Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced $95 million will be granted for immediate implementation of “stronger services ensuring scientific integrity and bringing a greater alignment to the justice system”.
The announcement was made at a media conference on Thursday, discussing the recommendations found from the DNA testing inquiry.
Ms Palaszczuk says a new “independent interim body” will be established for Forensic Science Queensland with an “independent board” also.
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