Legislative Council - Fifty-Fourth Parliament, Second Session (54-2)
2020-06-30 Daily Xml

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Aged-Care CCTV Trial

The Hon. F. PANGALLO (15:19): My question is again to the Minister for Health and Wellbeing regarding CCTV cameras. Why can't the minister reveal a date for when this pilot will start and what is the reason he cannot do this?

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing) (15:19): My understanding is that the rollout will occur in late 2020 following the installation of the surveillance equipment and engagement with residents, their families and staff. It won't surprise the honourable member that the rollout of this installation is likely to be significantly affected by COVID restrictions on visitations to aged-care facilities, including contractors working on site, which has impacted and will impact on work in nursing homes.

The PRESIDENT: The Hon. Mr Pangallo, supplementary.