Ms Debra Angus
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Debra specialises in public, constitutional, parliamentary and electoral law and has worked at the heart of parliamentary democracies. She has a deep understanding of parliamentary processes and has built effective relationships with key-players in parliamentary and public sector. As a former Deputy Clerk of the House of Representatives, she was a trusted adviser to Presiding Officers, members of Parliament and officials. She is a former legal adviser to Parliament's Privileges Committee, the Regulations Review Committee and has advised select committees on legislative scrutiny, inquiries and petitions. Debra has a wide range of experience in the public and parliamentary sector and advises regulatory agencies. She advises on statutory interpretation, the exercise of powers by public officials, the development of policy to legislation and the scrutiny of delegated legislation. She has conducted reviews, including agency processes for regulatory functions, developing legislation and operation of legislation. She has advised on land transport, maritime and civil aviation law, rule making and delegated legislation. She has experience of drafting members' bills and amendments to Government legislation. She has conducted litigation in tribunals and the courts, and is a former Crown Counsel. Debra has also worked with international organisations and contributes as an international consultant to build capability and strengthen developing democracies in democratic governance and rule of law projects.
