Debate resumed from 8 August, on motion by Senator Scullion:

That these bills be now read a second time.

upon which Senator Chris Evans moved in respect of the Social Security and Other Legislation Amendment (Welfare Payment Reform) Bill 2007, the Northern Territory National Emergency Response Bill 2007 and the Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs and Other Legislation Amendment (Northern Territory National Emergency Response and Other Measures) Bill 2007 by way of amendment:

At the end of the motion, add

“but the Senate notes that:

(a)

the protection of children from harm and abuse is of paramount concern to all Australians;