Qld youth crime 'doesn't justify' rights override Queensland's Human Rights Commission, Law Society and Bar Association have major concerns with proposed laws targeting children who commit crimes. AAP · Feb 28, 2023
Queensland human rights commissioner says police must watch for vigilante activity Police have repeatedly warned against vigilantism but there are growing concerns that recent heightened debate might increase risk The Guardian - AU · Feb 26, 2023
Qld premier unmoved by youth crackdown rights concerns The Queensland Human Rights Commission says the premier hasn't responded to letters about her controversial bill to crackdown on child offenders. AAP · Feb 24, 2023
‘Life and death situation’: Queensland police minister’s claims on youth justice rebuked by experts Mark Ryan criticised for saying government’s move to override Human Rights Act is for ‘the greater good’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 23, 2023
Queensland’s plan to override human rights law ‘deeply concerning’, commissioner says Scott McDougall alarmed at Palaszczuk government plan to make breach of bail an offence for children The Guardian - AU · Feb 21, 2023
Advocates say children are being held in adult watch houses in Queensland for weeks at a time Advocates and lawyers say Queensland's youth justice system is at crisis point, with some juveniles reportedly held in adult watch houses for weeks at a time. ABC News · Feb 6, 2023
Leaked audio reveals cultural problems in Queensland police force, human rights commissioner says Scott McDougall calls for independent scrutiny of police after recordings reveal racist and violent language at Brisbane watch house The Guardian - AU · Nov 13, 2022
Malcolm Turnbull warns NSW and Queensland of ‘company they’re keeping’ by blocking UN prison inspectors Former prime minister disappointed by states’ decisions to not allow full access to UN subcommittee on prevention of torture The Guardian - AU · Oct 20, 2022
Queensland Human Rights Commission recommends overhaul of state's anti-discrimination laws The Attorney-General asked for a review of the state's 30-year-old anti-discrimination laws. The Queensland Human Rights Commission has gone much further in recommending they be scrapped entirely in favour of new legislation. ABC News · Sep 1, 2022
Bid to change Queensland law that allows religious schools to discriminate against gay teachers Under proposed changes, only school staff involved in direct teaching of religion could be subject to different rules The Guardian - AU · Sep 1, 2022
Doctor issues warning over 'unusual' symptoms you shouldn't ignore in extreme heat Forecasters expect temperatures to rise to 34C on Merseyside today Liverpool Echo · Jul 19, 2022
Seven health problems caused by extreme heat including nosebleeds, rashes and infections While sweating, sunburn and thirst are expected in high heat, you may be also experiencing some more unusual physical effects. Daily Record · Jul 18, 2022
From bad breath to nosebleeds - seven weird ways your body can react to hot weather Health experts explain some of the lesser-known consequences of extreme heat on your body Chronicle Live · Jul 18, 2022
Nosebleeds, rashes, infections and other health problems caused by extreme heat You should also watch out for an upset stomach, bad breath and swelling Wales Online · Jul 18, 2022
The Guardian - AU · Mar 14, 2022 Queensland human rights commissioner warns against extending Covid emergency powers Scott McDougall says the public’s willingness to accept restrictions on their rights might be tested in future pandemic waves
The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2022 ‘Unlawful discrimination’: Queensland rights commissioner says schools can’t use student contracts to avoid laws Scott McDougall statement comes after Citipointe Christian College asked families to sign agreement denouncing homosexuality