Chris Ellison (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Justice and Customs) Share this | Hansard source

In relation to the application of the law in relation to a person’s liberty and right to proceed without assault, I would have thought that it was abundantly clear that, no matter who you are, you are entitled not to be assaulted or obstructed unlawfully. In relation to the industrial relations legislation, that is a matter best directed to the minister who has responsibility for that. But, as Senator Lundy has addressed her question to me and asked what protection there is from violence and assault, I would refer to the laws of the ACT, as it is the jurisdiction about which Senator Lundy has raised her question.