In deciding not to probe robodebt, the National Anti-Corruption Commission seemingly failed its first big test.

But the NACC has been given a second chance to reconsider an investigation into the unlawful scheme and six people referred for possible corruption by a royal commission.

Former solicitor-general Justin Gleeson was approached to review the decision, but the offer was withdrawn over concerns it might offend a former Coalition minister who is among the people referred.

Today, senior reporter for The Saturday Paper Rick Morton on the dumping of the proposed robodebt investigation and what it means for the future of the NACC.

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Guest: Senior reporter for The Saturday Paper, Rick Morton.

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