Warren Truss (Wide Bay, National Party, Minister for Transport and Regional Services) Share this | Hansard source

The reality is that we do have strict requirements in relation to security and checking of the seamen on vessels coming to this country. I outlined in detail those requirements yesterday, and again I invite you to refer to those comments which identify the notice required and also look forward to the new maritime visas that will be required in the next few months, which demonstrate that not only do we have practices in place now but also we are seeking to strengthen those practices to ensure there are no unacceptable risks associated with the crews who are on board those vessels.

However, if I may return to the bill at hand—

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