George Brandis (Queensland, Liberal Party, Attorney-General) Share this | Hansard source

I understand the point you are making, but let me respond by pointing out, as I said before, that this is not just a theoretical possibility. What those seeking the preventative detention order have to show the court is that there is a specific set of facts and circumstances of which they are aware. So this is not just a theoretical possibility of a terrorist act occurring; it is particular facts and circumstances which justify the issuance of the preventative detention order.