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NT government ends use of spit hoods on children in police custody, years after youth detention royal commission ban

The Northern Territory government has announced an end to the use of spit hoods on young people in police custody, more than five years after they were banned from youth prisons. 

Announcing the decision this morning, Police Minister Kate Worden said the change was effective immediately and followed consultation with police. 

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