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

The government opposes this amendment. It would be inappropriate to implement further specific measures at this time in relation to this amendment which deals with malicious and false allegations. We have had extensive debate about this matter. The Australian Institute of Family Studies has been tasked to consider means to improve court processes where allegations are raised. These issues can be further considered in light of that research. I would suggest that Senator Fielding and Family First and others who have been involved in this debate might feel that they have something to contribute.

Question negatived.