Hate Speech | Tasmanian Greens MPs

Sep 2016 22

Liberals Forging Ahead with Anti-Discrimination Changes Despite Morrissey’s Concerns

There is a very real risk that as a result of the proposed amendments conduct which offends, humiliates or intimidates a child or young person may be permitted.

Sep 2016 21

Liberal Government Removes ‘Reasonableness’ from Anti-Discrimination Laws in Favour of the Church

By Cassy O'Connor MLC

In the final draft amendments the word 'reasonably' was removed in relation to the exemption provided for religious purposes under the act.

Sep 2016 21

Anti-Discrimination Act Changes are Dangerous

By Cassy O'Connor MLC

The exemption provided on religious grounds in the amendment Bill will send a dangerous message out into the community.

Sep 2016 20

Hodgman Abandons LGBTI Tasmanians and other Groups to Risk of Hate Speech

By Cassy O'Connor MLC

The Premier demonstrated his weakness and the utter hypocrisy of his Party today.

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Sep 2016 19

Sham Consultation on Anti-Discrimination Act Changes

By Cassy O'Connor MLC

We understand amendments to the State's anti-discrimination laws will shortly land in Parliament, after very little consultation.