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“The Medicinal Cannabis Safe Driving Working Group report remains under consideration by government.”
Questions without notice - 12 May 2026
“calls upon the Premier to consider the urgent appointment of a minister for law reform to lift what is clearly an unmanageable burden from the office of the Attorney General, in the hope of alleviating this legislative backlog.”
Motions — Notice of motion - 6 May 2026
“This kind of mechanism, while legitimate, has absolutely tended towards overuse. That overuse bespeaks, potentially, a lack of discipline in genuine budget forecasting.”
Bills — Second reading - 5 May 2026
Dr. Brian Walker is a vocal member of the Legislative Council of Western Australia, primarily focused on legislation related to cannabis, firearms, and local government. He frequently uses parliamentary mechanisms such as motions and questions to scrutinize government policy and advocate for specific reforms, often expressing concern over transparency and accountability.
Based on 97 entries • 2025-04-08 → 2026-02-24
Advocates for cannabis legalisation, particularly for personal use, and seeks a harm-minimisation approach to drug policy. Questions the comparative regulation of alcohol versus cannabis.
Critical of the Firearms Act 2024 and related regulations, citing inadequate consultation, medical assessment concerns, and potential impacts on law-abiding firearm owners. Supports sensible firearms regulations but opposes what he perceives as irrational, foreign approaches.
Actively engages with local government issues, including cat control laws, planning reforms, and councillor support. Often raises concerns about the impact of state government policies on local communities.
Focuses on mental health, patient safety, and access to healthcare. Raises concerns about AHPRA's effectiveness, emergency department wait times, and the impact of drug policy on public health.
Frequently challenges the government on issues of transparency, accountability, and consultation. Uses motions and questions to seek information and scrutinize government decision-making processes.
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Questions without notice
Motions — Motion
Medicinal cannabis safe driving report remains under government consideration.
Government criticised for delays in law reform; call for dedicated minister.
Treasurer's Advance Authorisation Bill debated; concerns raised about budget forecasting and large,
Motion to acknowledge alcohol's greater societal danger than cannabis fails; debate ensues on regula
Bill seeks to legalise personal cannabis use in WA, with limits on possession, cultivation, and gift
Minister questioned about supporting women's history trail in Fremantle Cemetery and communication w
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