Countering Violent Extremism Program

Ms CHAPMAN (Bragg—Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (14:56): My question is to the Minister for Police. What action has the South Australian government taken in its role delivering the countering violent extremism program designed to counter the threat of radicalisation of young South Australians?

The Hon. A. PICCOLO (Light—Minister for Disabilities, Minister for Police, Minister for Correctional Services, Minister for Emergency Services, Minister for Road Safety) (14:56): I thank the honourable member for her question.

Mr Marshall interjecting:

The SPEAKER: The leader will cease his interminable commentary and I warn him for the second and final time.

The Hon. A. PICCOLO: To the extent that that question relates to my portfolio—

An honourable member interjecting:

The Hon. A. PICCOLO: Well, not entirely, it doesn't. It covers other portfolios as well but to the extent that it is covered by my portfolio, I am advised by the commissioner that the commissioner meets regularly with the Islamic Society and other groups to ensure that they have a full understanding of what is happening on the ground but also to build good relationships between the government and the community to ensure that intelligence can be gathered and brought to the attention of the police and other agencies, and it is done so. The advice I get is that relationships are very strong, they are very good and, as a result of that, they are confident that they can address matters as they come up.