NSW government reviews pro-Palestinian protests, costing $5M and straining police resources.
The New South Wales (NSW) government in Australia is reviewing pro-Palestinian protests that have reportedly cost taxpayers over $5 million this year. Premier Chris Minns wants police to have the authority to deny protest permits due to strained resources, as ongoing demonstrations divert police from other duties. Critics, including Greens MP Sue Higginson, argue that the heavy police presence exacerbates the issue and risks undermining civil liberties.
October 08, 2024
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