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state political reporter Laura Beavis

Tasmanian premier faces backlash over push to limit what MPs can say in parliament

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has ordered a review of rules governing the state parliament. (ABC News: Maren Preuss)
  • In short: Tasmania's premier says he's worried naming public servants in parliament is causing them psychological harm, but opposition MPs fear any limits on parliamentary privilege could prevent them from exposing wrong-doing.
  • What's next: Tasmania's premier plans to request a review of the rules that govern what MPs can say in parliament to make sure they promote a safe and respectful workplace.

Members of parliament get a privilege almost no one else in Australia enjoys.

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