NSW One Nation leader calls for abortion restrictions ahead of parliament vote
Mike Newman told a rally that One Nation wants to 'stop' abortion rights as the upper house prepares to debate a bill on sex-selective abortion.
The head of One Nation in New South Wales appeared at a rally outside parliament house on Tuesday evening opposing "abortion up to birth," ahead of an expected vote on Libertarian member John Ruddick's bill to restrict sex-selective abortions during private member's business.
Newman told the crowd that One Nation wanted to "stop" abortion and ensure "people have the right to life," saying the party would vote in favour of restrictions. The comments come as Australian politicians debate the scope and limits of abortion access in the state parliament.
Sources
- Australian politics live: Lambie compares ‘dangerous’ Hanson to Trump; NSW One Nation leader wants abortion ‘stopped’ — The Guardian — World
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