Government Abandons Internet Filter
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For over five years the Federal government has been promoting its plan for a mandatory internet filter, but yesterday it backed out the scheme saying it was too broad. Instead, Communications Minster Stephen Conroy said he’s come to an agreement with internet service providers to block a small number of child abuse sites. Most observers say the move was a massive backflip, while some Christian groups said they were disappointed. Free speech group “Electronic Frontiers Australia” welcomed the back down. Mark Robinson asked the group’s executive officer, Jon Lawrence, if he was surprised by the change of heart.
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