JUST IN: Premier Dominic Perrottet has confirmed that Stuart Ayres will return to cabinet if his government is re-elected. 9News MORE:
Infrastructure Minister Rob Stokes privately asked the deputy Liberal leader to resign from cabinet after accusations Ayres used his influence to appoint Barilaro the lucrative envoy position.
On Tuesday, Ayres' response when asked about the Stokes message was: "I responded with very similar messaging that the advice I provided the House is the advice I received from the CEO of Investment NSW."Ayres is under fire for his handling of the former deputy premier's appointment, following accusations he used discussions with the Investment NSW CEO Amy Brown to promote Barilaro's standing as a candidate.
"Once he did that though, I think it's important that the public service treated him fairly and equally," he said. He said he was confident the review into the matter would show he acted "appropriately" as a government minister.Damning documents were released yesterday revealing Barilaro wasn't the preferred candidate for the coveted roleTwo selection reports were released, with one showing Barilaro did not attract the highest interview score among the final candidates and was instead suggested for the "talent pool" instead of snagging the role.
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