Labor’s hypocrisy on firearm laws continues to reach new lows.
It is clear that the only reason Labor do not support an Upper House inquiry into firearms law changes is because they don’t want Tasmanians to find out that their policy is nearly identical to ours.*
Michelle O’Byrne’s comments yesterday are also at odds with those of Rebecca White who has confirmed she is standing by the promises Labor took to the election- which would obviously include their firearm policy.^
Is Ms O’Byrne already laying the groundwork for her brother, the former failed Police Minister David O’Byrne to claim the leadership and abandon Labor’s election promises?
Our position is clear: we will not do anything that puts Tasmanians at risk or is inconsistent with the National Firearms Agreement. Furthermore we support the inquiry as it will allow everyone to have their say on these proposals which are intended as practical improvements only.
^http://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/5304330/labor-and-greens-detail-their-agendas-for-new-parliament/?cs=87
*Labor policy- Acknowledge the submission by farmer groups, particularly the Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association (TFGA) regarding regulatory issues encountered by farmers and others which frustrate and impede legitimate day to date use of firearms. Following the election of a Labor Government immediate action will be taken to meet and consult with the TFGA and others to address the legitimate concerns that have been highlighted.
*https://www.puttingpeoplefirst.org.au/firearm-owners-organisations-clubs/
Michael Ferguson, Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management
