TEACHERS, INDUSTRIAL ACTION

The Hon. SANDRA KANCK (15:39): I have a supplementary question. Will the minister seek further advice on his answer, as Adelaide City Council says that it takes its advice from the police?

Members interjecting:

The PRESIDENT: Order! The Hon. Ms Kanck, I will ask the minister to repeat his answer, because when he mentioned it in his answer you happened to be on the phone. The minister might want to explain again.

The Hon. P. HOLLOWAY (Minister for Police, Minister for Mineral Resources Development, Minister for Urban Development and Planning) (15:39): The Adelaide City Council is responsible for issuing permits. It seeks the advice of the police. The police act entirely independently on these matters. They do not ask the government's permission; they simply give advice as to the risk to the city council. The city council can make a decision. It is up to the council whether or not it takes police advice.