Anthony Albanese explains new bill to combat antisemitism in Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expands on the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill, which will be enacted into parliament.

“It’s a comprehensive package of reforms which create serious offences for hate preachers and leaders seeking to radicalise young Australians,” Mr Albanese said.

“It increases the penalties for hate crime offences.

“It ensures that offenders whose crimes were motivated by extremism have that factored into their sentencing.

“It expands and strengthens the ban on prohibited symbols.

“It makes it easier for the minister for home affairs to cancel or refuse a visa for people intent on spreading hatred.”