'Upgrade Albo' saga puts focus on politicians' perks
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Amid mounting pressure from the Opposition, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ruled out directly requesting upgrades for personal flights from then Qantas boss Alan Joyce - or anyone at the airline. But despite the statement, which came a full six days after the allegations, the Prime Minister is still set to face significant scrutiny when Parliament returns. David Crowe, Chief Political Correspondent for the SMH and the Age joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at [email protected] 
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