Rainbow Libraries Toolkit criticism is ‘perplexing’
Rachel spoke in support of Victoria’s Rainbow Libraries Toolkit, in response to a petition calling for the cessation of its rollout. The Rainbow Libraries Toolkit was developed as a guide for library staff on ensuring safety, inclusion and equality for all Victorians accessing public libraries.
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.
Firebombing attacks in Victoria
Rachel Payne MP asked a question in parliament on statistics around firebombing attacks in Victoria.
Frankston Freeway has become a rubbish dumping ground, MP demands a clean up
Legalise Cannabis MP Rachel Payne is calling for a clean-up of the Frankston Freeway, where old mattresses and furniture have been dumped among the weeds.
Chelsea Station barrier fence is an accident waiting to happen
South-eastern Metro MP Rachel Payne has joined residents in calling for the new metal barrier at Chelsea Station to be dismantled because of its potential danger to pedestrians.
Capsicum spray for personal protection is not the solution
Rachel presented her contribution to a motion which proposed the legal use of capsicum spray for personal protection.
Justice access for child sexual abuse victim-survivors
The recent High Court decision of Bird v. DP held that the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ballarat could not be held vicariously liable for known historical child sexual abuse because Father Coffey was not an employee.
For many survivors of historical child sexual abuse committed in the church or other non-employment settings like foster care and Scouts, this decision limits their ability to access justice.
Safety at Yarraman Train Station
On Thursday the 15th of August, Rachel Payne MP addressed a constituency question around safety issues at a train station in her electorate, to the Minister for Public and Active Transport.
Data Breaches, Identity Theft & Fraud
On Thursday 20th of June, Rachel Payne MP asked her constituency question to the Attorney-General around data breaches resulting in fraudulent activity.