The Inspector-General of Biosecurity (IGB) is a statutory position created by the Biosecurity Act 2015. The IGB is responsible for reviewing the performance of functions, or exercise of powers, by biosecurity officials under one or more provisions of the act.
In addition to reviewing the performance of functions under the Biosecurity Act, the Inspector-General of Biosecurity may also review the process used to prepare a draft Biosecurity Import Risk Assessment (BIRA).
Further information
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Type of Body
E. Statutory office holder, offices and committees
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Biosecurity Act 2015
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Classification
B. Secondary statutory structure
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
Agriculture House, 70 Northbourne Avenue
CANBERRA ACT 2601
Australia
Current single executive appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
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| Inspector General of Biosecurity | Dr. Lloyd Klumpp | 25 July 2022 | 24 July 2025 |
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