The Premier of Victoria will not immediately appoint a special prosecutor to pursue charges based on findings from the 28-month, $95 million inquiry. This decision comes despite increasing calls for such an appointment, prompted by the inquiry’s outcomes. The Premier stated he will wait to review the inquiry’s justifications before determining if a dedicated prosecutor is necessary. The inquiry itself has already been described as ‘justified’ in its existence and scope. Critics argue a special prosecutor is needed to ensure impartiality and thorough investigation of any potential charges arising from the inquiry. The future of prosecution related to the CFMEU will depend on the Premier’s assessment of the inquiry’s complete findings. No timeline has been provided for this assessment.