Charles Perrottet becomes Icac’s main character amid claims of hidden payments and political hit jobs
Summary
Charles Perrottet has begun giving evidence to the Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) about secret payments and political actions linked to a developer, Jean Nassif, who is now a fugitive. The investigation involves alleged undeclared donations to a conservative group within the Liberal Party and explores whether money influenced political decisions and outcomes in New South Wales.Key Facts
- Icac has been investigating allegations involving Charles Perrottet for nearly four years.
- The issue started after the dismissal of Hills Shire council and allegations of secret payments from developer Jean Nassif.
- Nassif is now a fugitive in Lebanon.
- Charles Perrottet met Nassif in 2019 and gave advice on property developments.
- Nassif reportedly made undeclared donations totaling $2 million to a conservative group within the Liberal Party called the Reformers.
- The inquiry is examining if these donations were linked to political changes and outcomes favorable to Nassif.
- Charles Perrottet was not a registered lobbyist, and meetings on political matters with ministers or their staff are not formally recorded.
- Icac has reviewed extensive evidence including phone and financial records to track interactions and money flow.
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