Page 4286 - Week 14 - Tuesday, 29 November 1994
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It goes on to say "in good faith", and I think that is a critical factor for the performance of these duties. Nevertheless, an extensive power is provided in this Bill. I think it is an appropriate power and an appropriate protection for those people who will be dealing with some of the most difficult situations. Nevertheless, I think it does require monitoring, and I would hope that that process is followed. In summary, Madam Speaker, rather than repeating the issues raised by Mrs Carnell, I think it is an appropriate time to say "well done" to the Minister on this piece of legislation and to wholeheartedly offer my support.
MR CONNOLLY (Attorney-General and Minister for Health) (11.11), in reply: I thank members for their support for the Bill. This Bill has been a lot more difficult to produce than was thought originally when it was promised by Labor in the last election campaign. I know that Mr Berry put a lot of effort into getting this Bill up to the starting line. Essentially, we had to develop a model that was non-custodial. In many States these types of Bills really give almost custodial powers to the people who are looking after people, and we wanted to avoid that model; so it has taken some time. The Bill is significant, and it is pleasing to see that on a major piece of legislation like this we do have support from all sections of the Assembly.
Question resolved in the affirmative.
Bill agreed to in principle.
Leave granted to dispense with the detail stage.
Bill agreed to.
INTOXICATED PERSONS (CONSEQUENTIAL AMENDMENTS) BILL 1994
Debate resumed from 10 November 1994, on motion by Mr Connolly:
That this Bill be agreed to in principle.
Question resolved in the affirmative.
Bill agreed to in principle.
Leave granted to dispense with the detail stage.
Bill agreed to.
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