The Albanese government is drifting from its environmental commitments - it's time for transparency and good faith | Jack Pascoe

Environment minister Tanya Plibersek's reforms are running so late there's speculation the government will weaken them at the expense of the environmentFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAfter less than two years in power, the Albanese government is showing signs of getting comfortable. Consultation, transparency and coherent policy appear to be out. Cosiness with powerful stakeholders and policy on-the-run appear to be in.Parliament is now debating amendments to the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act, which, if passed, could carve out oil and gas approvals from Australia's environmental law.Sign up for Guardian Australia's free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading...