Deep inside government, an awkward truth is emerging. Rather than supporting responsible government, relationships between ministers, public servants and the parliament are undermining it.

Of[f] Course Minister explains why this is happening, what it means for the way government works, and what can be done about it.

‘Compulsory reading’ for ‘everyone who cares about the quality of our governments’. Andrew Metcalfe AO, National President Institute of Public Administration Australia

‘Thought-provoking, insightful, and grounded in practical wisdom’. Professor Brenton Prosser

‘A most valuable reflective account of the complex relationships within our system of government’. Emeritus Professor Meredith Edwards AM

‘Sean Innis’ book has the advantage of being written by someone who knows what he is talking about. This is not as common as it should be.’ The Honourable Bob McMullan, Former Trade Minister and National Secretary of the Australian Labor Party