Q: Do we have fiscal room to deal with a global recession, Prime Minister?

Albanese:

We’re not immune from impacts of the global economy. But what we have shown, consistently, is a preparedness to act for the times, to provide support that is needed for people. And it stands in stark contrast – and I go back to – you know, we are in uncertain times, but I’m absolutely certain this is not the time to cut.

This is not the time for what the coalition are going to have to do to pay for their $600 billion of nuclear power plants as we go forward. Now is the time to continue to manage the economy responsibly whilst we make sure we build Australia’s future by building up our education system. By making sure that people’s health is looked after.

By making sure, as well, that people have rights in the workplace. And yesterday, we saw an extraordinary turnaround from the coalition when it came to working from home and the sacking of 41,000 public servants.