Australia plans to repeal laws targeting journalists for holding classified info, boosting press freedom.

Australia's government plans to repeal national security laws that targeted journalists for possessing classified information, after a review found the laws were excessive and undermined public interest journalism. The Independent National Security Legislation Monitor's report led to the government accepting 12 out of 15 recommendations, including repealing certain secrecy offences and narrowing the scope of information subject to existing laws. The move is seen as a step towards enhancing transparency and open government.

November 27, 2024
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