Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described an alleged bank data breach as a “serious issue”, linked to claims that a former EY employee illegally accessed a politician’s banking information. Assistant Treasurer Dan Mulino released a consultation paper proposing tougher oversight of accounting, auditing and consulting firms, with a focus on conflicts of interest, partnership limits and audit surveillance. EY declined to comment. Two suspects have been charged and the case has been adjourned to August 25.