Protect Victorians’ rights to peacefully protest
Rachel asked the government for assurance that proposed protest law changes will not infringe on Victorians’ rights to peacefully protest.
Legalise Cannabis MP demanded justice for child sexual abuse survivors, applauds pending law change
South-East MP Rachel Payne – who has been working for justice for survivors of child sexual abuse – has welcomed news that the law will be changed in Victoria, to make institutions accountable for past wrongdoings of clergy and volunteers.
Ms Payne of the Legalise Cannabis Party introduced her own bill to hold institutions, such as the Catholic Church and community sporting clubs, answerable for child sexual abuse perpetrated by clergy and volunteers.
Vicarious liability law reform is a matter of urgency
Rachel asked the government to prioritise vicarious liability law reform as a matter of urgency.
Rachel is advocating for reform to ensure that victim-survivors of historical child abuse can access justice for crimes of abuse perpetrated in non-employment settings. This includes such settings as churches, foster care, Scouts and sports clubs.
Working with Children Checks
Rachel called on the Victorian Premier to include child abuse prevention education as a mandatory requirement for Working with Children Check applicants.
Services for survivors of institutional child abuse
On May 2nd, Rachel Payne MP asked her Question Without Notice regarding the provision of services for survivors of institutional child sexual abuse.
Protecting Survivors from Overuse of Permanent Stay Applications
Rachel asks a question of the Attorney-General about the overuse of permanent stay applications in Victoria’s justice system.