The point is that it is simply not true to claim the government is bound by any conditions contained in a PBAC recommendation - not least because the evidence is very clear that governments have consistently and continue to disregard key aspects of the committee's advice.
Reality: Government disregards PBAC advice, constantly, consistently and currently
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