Labor to overhaul misinformation bill after objections over freedom of speech

Clarifications on religious freedom' to be reconsidered, says communications minister Michelle Rowland, after strong pushback from Coalition

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The Albanese government will overhaul a draft bill targeting misinformation and disinformation online after strong pushback against the proposal.

It will also delay introducing the legislation into parliament until 2024.

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