Discrimination bill in balance

Iain Taylor, The Guardian  |  World
Date posted:  1 Jan 2022
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Discrimination bill in balance

Australian Prime Minister, Scott Morrison

A major Australian bill affecting religious discrimination is currently being scrutinised by two Parliamentary inquiries, with a report back expected in February.

The fate of the legislation is unclear, with three public hearings being held on 21 December, 13 and 14 January.

Alastair Lawrie from the Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) says the Religious Discrimination Bill will result in ‘more discrimination’ in Australia, not less.

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