Australia politics live: MPs to pay tribute to Helen Haines as parliament resumes; Hanson says One Nation cartoons ‘not going anywhere’
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The alleged attack on MP Helen Haines has prompted heightened security at Parliament House, highlighting concerns for the safety of elected officials while they serve their communities.
Follow live updates Get our daily political email, free app or daily news podcast Politicians may feel less safe in home electorates than parliament, Tehan says Following the alleged attack on Helen Haines, security measures have reportedly increased around Parliament House. There’s been a lot of money and a lot of effort and a lot of thought going into security here at Parliament House. I think the vulnerability is actually when we’re out doing our job in the community, and that’s probably wher
Helen Haines is a member of the Australian federal parliament, and Parliament House is the central seat of government where security incidents can affect legislative work and public confidence.
- •Updates on the investigation into the alleged attack on Helen Haines
- •Any additional security measures announced for MPs travelling in their electorates
- •Responses from political parties or committees regarding parliamentary safety policies