‘Risk of further deaths’ following Medevac repeal Jacqui Lambie’s vote allowed the Government to narrowly pass its legislation following what have been called ‘secret’ negotiations.
Doctors join campaign to save Medevac The RACGP has called on the Senate to save the Medevac legislation.
Peak medical bodies united in support of Medevac law The RACGP has joined medical colleges around Australia in calling on Federal Parliament to maintain existing laws.
RACGP provides in-principle support for continuance of Medevac laws The RACGP expressed support for the intent of the Medevac legislation at a Senate hearing this week.
Medevac repeal one step closer The Federal Government has voted to scrap asylum seeker medical evacuation laws, but passage through the Senate is still uncertain.
Advocates applaud court decision on Medevac bill remote assessments The Coalition Government is unhappy with the court’s decision – but refugee health advocates argue the finding is sensible and humane.