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The Hon. PETER BREEN: My question is directed to the Minister for Justice, representing the Attorney General. Is the Minister aware of extensive criticism of two New South Wales appeal judges, Justice Mason and Justice Wood, on radio and in print media following a Court of Appeal decision to order a new trial of an alleged rape offender in August 2000? Is it the Minister's intention to impose restrictions on the way the press can criticise judges? If so, what are the restrictions?
The Hon. JOHN HATZISTERGOS: I am aware of the criticism that has been referred to. I am not aware of any intention to impose any restrictions on the press.