Greens Welcome Triple Zero Custodian Bill, Call for Further Penalties
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“To avoid another deadly disaster, Australians deserve a telecommunications regime with stronger penalties, stronger regulations and a watchdog with teeth. “The Greens welcome the long awaited introduction of legislation for a Triple 0 Custodian today after 18 long months. “Optus has fundamentally failed Australians and what we now need is a change of culture that puts public safety ahead of profits.
“Australians should be able to trust that if they dial Triple 0, someone will answer the phone. “While Optus must be held to account for their failure, the Government also has responsibility to ensure that this most essential service works. “We welcome any steps that will help to restore Australians’ faith in the Triple 0 system and we will be closely analysing this legislation.
“When the legislation comes to the Senate later this month, the Greens will look to increase penalties for these big companies, including criminal penalties. If a deadly incident like this were to happen again, the highest of penalties should be on the table. “It’s time the Government sent a strong message to these telecommunications companies that public safety must come first.
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