Greens launch filibuster attempt to stop NSW bill targeting road-blocking protesters
by Michael McGowan from World news | The Guardian on (#5XPHX)
Party plans to move dozens of amendments to bill that introduces new penalties for protests
The Greens are mounting a last-ditch effort to stop the New South Wales government passing a controversial bill which would see protesters who block major roads, ports or train stations face up to two years in prison, by moving dozens of amendments in a late-night sitting session.
The filibuster attempt comes after the government sought to force the hastily drafted bill through both houses of parliament in less than 48 hours.
Sign up to receive an email with the top stories from Guardian Australia every morning
Continue reading...