The National Anti-Corruption Commission inspector is actively examining several complaints, including one from a former NACC employee, relating to Paul Brereton and potential conflicts of interest arising from his ongoing defence ties.

The inspector's annual report, released publicly today, was given to the government last week, a day before the NACC chief announced he would step away from all defence-related corruption referrals following questions over his handling of those continued links.

His decision followed scrutiny over his continued involvement with the Australian Defence Force despite assurances he had stepped back.

As revealed by the ABC last month, Mr Brereton received special extensions to remain in the Army Reserve beyond the usual retirement age, enabling him to continu

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