Defeat Of Bill Feared (Press, 18 April 1986)
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Summary: Defeat Of Bill Feared (Press, 18 April 1986)
The A.I.D.S. Foundation has expressed grave concerns regarding the potential rejection of Part I of the Homosexual Law Reform Bill by Parliament, which aims to decriminalise consensual sexual activities among males over the age of 16. Kate Leslie, the chairman of the foundation, stated that if Part I were to be discarded, it could lead to disastrous consequences. The foundation is particularly worried about the implications of losing Part II of the bill, which seeks to prohibit discrimination against homosexual individuals. Ms Leslie highlighted that without this section, their upcoming prevention programme would struggle to reach individuals who might be reluctant to engage due to societal stigma, as they could be perceived as criminals. She noted that the fear of disclosure is significant, with many individuals avoiding resources—such as reading materials on A.I.D.S.—for fear of being labelled as gay or having a gay family member. The defeat of Part II represents a substantial setback for the foundation’s goals. Further details can be found in reports on pages 3 and 5.
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