Independent Senator Nick Xenaphon has reiterated his push for a review of Fair Work Australia in the wake of the investigation into the Health Services Union (HSU).

 

While Mr Xenaphon stressed any probe into the authority would not compromise its independence, he said more must be done to subject the tribunal to more scrutiny.

 

Mr Xenaphon’s announcement comes after FWA completed its three year investigation into corruption allegations into the HSU, which is embroiling embattled Federal minister Craig Thompson.

 

"I think they've stuffed it up and there are many questions to ask about the way they operate and they do their work," Mr Xenaphon told the ABC.

 

"I'm sure they do lots of good work out there but in terms of this critical key investigation there are many questions that need to be answered about the way Fair Work Australia has handled it."