Treasurer Curtis Pitt says the closure of the Townsville refinery,with the loss of nearly 800 jobs, would be Palmer’s responsibility alone The Queensland government is resisting Clive Palmer’s belated appeal for help in rescuing his $2bn nickel refinery amid criticism of his lack of transparency and brinkmanship.
After assembly Palmer on Tuesday, or treasurer Curtis Pitt said questions about the financial position of Queensland Nickel needed to be directed to Palmer and the company’s managing director,Clive Mensink. He noted that Palmer had said in October the jobs of nearly 800 workers at the Yabulu refinery were secure. Related: Clive Palmer, political gambler, and must soon demonstrate Queensland Nickel hand Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com