Indigenous Procurement Policy Faces Scrutiny Over 'Black Cladding' Concerns
The federal government's Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP), which has seen almost $15 billion spent over the past decade, is currently under scrutiny. Critics contend that the policy has failed to deliver significant benefits to Indigenous communities, attributing this alleged failure to a practice known as 'black cladding'. Questions are being raised about the overall effectiveness of the initiative.
Questions are being raised regarding the federal government's Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP).
This policy has been in place for a decade, with nearly $15 billion reportedly spent through its initiatives. Despite the significant investment, critics of the policy suggest it has not made a substantial difference to Indigenous people.
The concerns primarily stem from the alleged practice of 'black cladding,' which is cited by critics as a reason for the policy's perceived lack of impact on Indigenous communities.
According to ABC News Australia, the policy is accused by some of having created an 'economic stolen generation'.
