on July 1, 2015 in World News
Australian PM challenged over law gagging immigration center workers
‘Not ethically justifiable’: Australian PM challenged over law gagging immigration center workers Australian health workers have spoken out against a law that makes it illegal for employees to disclose information about immigration detention centers. The group challenged the government to prosecute them for speaking out, citing human rights issues. Under the Australian Border Force Act, which came into effect on Wednesday, center workers could face up to two years in jail if they disclose information about the facilities. Under the heading “secrecy and disclosure provisions,” the act says releasing information is only permitted by the secretary of the department responsible… View Article
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