Trade Union Political Donations
The Australian Labor Party is the main beneficiary of trade union donations in Australia. During the years 2004-2005, trade unions donated $49.68 million to the Labor Party's head office. Critics have accused the unions of buying seats at ALP state conferences. In 2001-2002, money from trade unions amounted to 11.85% of the Labor Party's income.
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