Jewish Groups Welcome Australian Government’s Ban on Nazi Symbols

Weapons and a flag with the German Nazi's swastika are displayed by Italian police after they were seized in a raid on a neo-nazi group in Italy, Nov. 28, 2019. Polizia di Stato/Handout via REUTERS

Jewish organisations have applauded a planned nationwide ban on Nazi symbols following a rise in their use amongst far-right groups.

New federal laws will see people displaying Nazi insignia face up to a year in jail.