Anti-gay Petitioner Stymied (Press, 29 March 1985)
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Summary: Anti-gay Petitioner Stymied (Press, 29 March 1985)
On 29 March 1985, Mr Barry Beckingsale, the principal of Nelson College, addressed the issue of a petition concerning the Homosexual Law Reform Bill that was being circulated among students. He confirmed that a pupil had been distributing the petition, which led him to confiscate it. Additionally, Beckingsale mentioned the existence of another petition available in the college cafeteria, but clarified that it was restricted to adult signatures only. He expressed his satisfaction that no students aged 13 or 14 had signed the petition, emphasising his belief that it was inappropriate for young individuals to participate in such matters. Beckingsale's comments highlighted the concerns about involving minors in adult political issues.
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