Anthony Albanese dismisses report spending plans could threaten Australia’s credit rating

Prime minister tells 730 there is ‘no risk’ despite S&P agency saying big ticket pledges could threaten AAA statusGet our afternoon election email,free app ordaily news podcastAnthony Albanese has taken a swipe at ratings agency S&P after the firm indicated Australia’s prized debt rating could be in jeopardy if debt and deficit worsen.In an wide-ranging interview on ABC’s 730 program on Monday night, the prime minister also pushed back at concerns from GPs that even a tripling in the bulk-billing incentive won’t be enough to stop them charging a gap fee. Continue reading...