“There have only been six double dissolution elections in Australia’s history, so what are they, why would Malcolm Turnbull consider calling one, and who do they advantage?” – YT
“Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has strengthened the chances of an early election, with both houses recalled next month to debate a potential double dissolution trigger.
“Mr Turnbull will bring back both houses of Parliament for an extraordinary sitting in April to deal with industrial relations legislation, and says he will call a double dissolution election to be held on July 2 if the bills are not passed.
“He called a snap media conference in his Canberra parliamentary courtyard this morning to make the announcement.
“The Prime Minister said he would also bring forward the federal budget by one week to May 3, saying he had informed his Cabinet colleagues shortly before addressing the media.”
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