Katy Gallagher stops posting public meet-ups on Facebook over security fears
MPs and senators must now share their diaries with police. They cannot tell the public where they will be.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has been told to stop posting public meetings with constituents on Facebook or in letterboxes. Katy Gallagher used to post things like "come have a coffee at Dickson at 10 o'clock" but is no longer allowed to do that.
Federal MPs and senators must now share their diaries with the Australian Federal Police. Federal MPs and senators must also take personal security advice.
The ban follows the attack on independent Indi MP Helen Haines. Police and politicians say threats are becoming more dangerous.
Women MPs face particularly sexual abuse, including threats against their children.
Why it mattersSecurity fears now block normal community contact. This shows how political violence changes the way politicians can meet voters.
AustraliaAustralian MPs can no longer hold public, advertised meet-ups with constituents, changing how politicians stay connected to their communities.
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