Assange’s Release Sparks Call for Protection of Whistleblowers

Australia’s security watchdog has recommended setting up a dedicated whistleblower protection authority and changes to the law.
Assange’s Release Sparks Call for Protection of Whistleblowers
Jake Blight speak at the Counter Terrorism legislation committee in Canberra, Nov. 13, 2014. AAP Image/Alan Porritt
Rex Widerstrom
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In light of Julian Assange’s release, an intelligence watchdog has called for urgent changes to the nation’s secrecy laws to protect journalists and whistleblowers handling sensitive information.

Jake Blight, Australia’s Independent National Security Legislation Monitor and one of Australia’s most experienced national security lawyers, stated that unclear regulations can negatively affect the role of a free press.

Rex Widerstrom
Rex Widerstrom
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Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.
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