Revelations of yet another
public servant stood down amid allegations of sexual misconduct demand answers
from the Liberal government.
Shadow Attorney General Ella
Haddad said today’s revelation is the latest in a series of disturbing
allegations of sexual misconduct or abuse.
“The Tasmanian community
deserves to know that children and young people are safe in the care or
vicinity of officers of the state service.
“The government has been
secretive about the details of recent instances where public servants have been
stood down. These are disturbing allegations, and must be swiftly and
comprehensively resolved.
“That’s why Labor has called
for Peter Gutwein to release the terms of reference for the Commission of
Inquiry into historical allegations of sexual abuse before the end of this year
and set a date for when hearings will begin.
“It’s especially important
for Tasmanians who want to give evidence and tell their stories to the
Commission that they are kept informed of progress and that they are fully
aware of how the hearings will proceed.
“This is going to be a difficult and traumatic experience for survivors of sexual abuse and people wanting to come forward and be heard require guidance and support through the process.
“That’s why it’s important the mechanics of the Inquiry are explained with a degree of urgency and that’s why the government and the Premier must release the terms of reference as a priority.”
Ella Haddad MP
Shadow Attorney General
