Hansard debates

Ms MIKAKOS (Minister for Families and Children) tabled following statement in accordance with Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006:

In accordance with section 28 of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 ('the charter'), I make this statement of compatibility with respect to the Public Health and Wellbeing Amendment (Hairdressing Registration) Bill 2015.

In my opinion, the bill, as introduced to the Legislative Council, is compatible with the human rights protected by the charter. I base my opinion on the reasons outlined in this statement.

Overview

The bill amends the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 to provide for the registration, on an ongoing rather than periodic basis, of premises in which certain businesses are conducted.

1.     Human rights protected by the charter act that are relevant to the bill

The bill does not engage any human rights protected by the charter.

2.     Consideration of reasonable limitations — section 7(2)

As the bill does not engage any of the human rights protected by the charter it is unnecessary to consider the application of section 7(2) of the charter.

Conclusion

I consider the bill is compatible with the charter as it does not raise any human rights issues.

Jenny Mikakos, MP
Minister for Families and Children