Rotorua Lakes Council cancels Rainbow Storytime due to health and safety concerns, sparking free speech concerns.
Rotorua Lakes Council has canceled the Rainbow Storytime event over alleged "health and safety concerns" after initially stating it wouldn't determine who could and couldn't have their freedom of expression. Free Speech Union Chief Executive Jonathan Ayling claims this sets a dangerous precedent for free expression and the rights of all Kiwis to access public venues. The Council's decision follows a planned protest outside the event.
March 20, 2024
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