❓ Hon Giz Watson asks the Minister for Health about the use of sound emitting devices targeting young people in public spaces. The Minister acknowledges awareness of the devices but denies their use in WA.
AnsweredQoN 2208Legislative Council
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Regarding the use of devices emitting sound only audible by young people with the purpose of maintaining law and order in public spaces, I ask -
(1) Is the Minister aware of the existence of sound emitting devices that are only audible to young people?
(2) Is the Minister aware whether such devices are used in Western Australia to drive young people away from certain public spaces?
(3) If yes to (2), is the Minister concerned about potential negative health impact on individuals and animals through the use of these devices?
(1) Is the Minister aware of the existence of sound emitting devices that are only audible to young people?
(2) Is the Minister aware whether such devices are used in Western Australia to drive young people away from certain public spaces?
(3) If yes to (2), is the Minister concerned about potential negative health impact on individuals and animals through the use of these devices?
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Answered
20 May 2010
Responded by
Minister for Transport representing the Minister for Health
Response time
30 days
1. Yes.
2. No.
3. Not applicable.
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2. No.
3. Not applicable.
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