Effective Repetition Decision in Buchanan v Jennings

The WA Procedure and Privileges Committee investigated the implications of the Buchanan v Jennings decision on parliamentary privilege, specifically concerning 'effective repetition' in defamation cases. The report recommends amending the Parliamentary Privileges Act 1891 to prevent parliamentary proceedings from being used to establish what was 'effectively' said outside Parliament. It also suggests the Attorney General seek a uniform approach across Australia on this matter.