❓ Hon George Cash asks about the proposed functions and focus of the newly announced Children's Commissioner. The Minister's response outlines intended functions and criticizes the question's premise.
AnsweredQoN 2104Legislative Council
Asked
22 June 2004
Member
Portfolio
Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth
QuestionView source ↗
(1) What are the proposed functions of the recently announced Children’s Commissioner?
(2) Is the emphasis on the role of the Children’s Commissioner to be on children’s rights or child protection?
(2) Is the emphasis on the role of the Children’s Commissioner to be on children’s rights or child protection?
AnswerView source ↗
Answered
17 August 2004
Responded by
Parliamentary Secretary representing the Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth
Response time
56 days
(1) & (2) Following examination of other systems, it is intended to tailor a model specific to Western Australian needs.
Functions proposed for the role include oversighting and regulatory responsibilities and research, while avoiding bureaucratic duplication and maintaining Commission independence.
It is not an "either or" situation and question two reflects a lack of understanding by the Opposition of the importance of a strong approach to children.
Functions proposed for the role include oversighting and regulatory responsibilities and research, while avoiding bureaucratic duplication and maintaining Commission independence.
It is not an "either or" situation and question two reflects a lack of understanding by the Opposition of the importance of a strong approach to children.
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