Senate debates
Wednesday, 3 December 2008
Questions without Notice
GROCERYchoice
2:47 pm
Stephen Conroy (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source
The government’s decision to proceed with Choice was based on the view that Choice brought a unique expertise not available elsewhere. They have a vision for GROCERYchoice and providing the kind of information to consumers that was beyond the capacity of the regulator, the ACCC, to deliver. On 5 August the government announced the establishment of GROCERYchoice, and we make no apology whatsoever. We believe that Choice will absolutely be able to deliver on the government’s requirements.
Comments
Andrew Rossiter
Posted on 11 Dec 2008 11:10 pm
I do sincerely hope that Mr Conroy actually listens to what the people are saying. This internet censorship idea is akin to "work choices for your computer" We didn't ask for it, we didn't want it and voted the government of the day out because of it. I am offended that Senator Conroy has likened censorship opponents to child porn supporters. I have a 10 year son who is supervised when using the internet and take mr Conroy's implication as a personal insult to my integrity and do not think he doing what he was elected to do, elected officials do not dictate to or insult and flatly refuse to listen to me and hundreds and thousands of other if they wish to remain in office.
Simon Rumble
Posted on 4 Dec 2008 10:08 am
Nice of you to not answer the question. As usual.
This man has nothing but contempt for the Australian people. Conroy, you're a disgrace!