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Wednesday, 29 September 1999
Page: 10909


Mr CREAN —My question is again to the Minister for Finance and Administration representing the Treasurer. Can you confirm that the ABS is currently working on a new CPI measure that removes the impact of tax increases? If so, will you guarantee that this measure will not be used to hide the real impact of the GST on the inflation rate?


Mr FAHEY (Finance and Administration) —No, I cannot confirm, but I will make an inquiry. The second question is irrelevant until such time as I ascertain whether there is any veracity in the first question.