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Case examples

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Case example Resident prevented from speaking at a public meeting

Richard was prevented from speaking at a Council meeting. We asked the Council to explain how its decision was justified. The Council said it had been inappropriate to deny Richard an opportunity to speak. They apologised to him.

Tags:
  • Human Rights
  • Councils

Case example Language rights in youth justice facilities

Naseem was told he wasn't allowed to speak a language other than English in a youth justice facility. This was a breach of his human rights. We contacted Youth Justice Custodial Services. They confirmed detainees are allowed to speak in different languages.

Tags:
  • Human Rights
  • Youth justice
  • Department of Corrections