Swire lifts oil spill offer as Bligh raises the stakes
Queensland premier Anna Bligh this morning reportedly rejected Swire Shipping's raised compensation offer for the Pacific Adventurer spill.
Not enough: Queensland premier Anna Bligh dissatisfied with Swire's increased offer
The two parties met this morning to discuss the ongoing debate about how much of the clean-up Swire should pay for.
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Read the full interview transcript
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Early reports quoted Ms Bligh as threatening action against Swire interests, including Cathay Pacific.
"Frankly...
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