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separation distances from sensitive uses; if so, what were the outcomes and will they be implemented in the Territory Plan.
Mr Barr: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:
(1) No, the ACT Government has not conducted its own investigations into the potential public health implications of 5G technologies. The Australian Government is responsible for the regulation of the telecommunications industry including providing advice to the Australian community on potential health and safety implications of telecommunications equipment.
(2) The ACT Government has not been involved in discussions or negotiations through COAG or other forums around the public health and safety concerns of 5G mobile phone technology. ACT Government officials have consulted with the Department of Communications and the Arts in responding to constituent concerns about 5G technologies and have forwarded on information received from the Department.
(3) No. The Australian Government is responsible for the regulation of the telecommunications industry. All telecommunication carriers must adhere to the regulations of the Australian Government and the Telecommunications Act 1997 in relation to network deployments and community exposure to electromagnetic energy from mobile phone base stations and technologies.
Education—violence in schools
(Question No 2157)
Ms Lee asked the Minister for Education and Early Childhood Development, upon notice, on 15 February 2019:
(1) Which section, branch or group/s within the Education Directorate are responsible for the receipt, handling and assessment of bullying, assault, violence and other incident reports that come from ACT government schools affecting both students and/or staff.
(2) In what form can reports be submitted.
(3) What is the protocol for submission.
(4) Does every incident report result in an investigation; if so, by whom and what is the timeframe.
(5) When is an incident deemed finalised or resolved.
Ms Berry: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:
(1) Most incidents are received and managed at the school level, however, the Education Directorate may also assist where required.
ACT public schools are well placed to address incidents such as bullying, harassment and violence in collaboration with students, parents and carers. The Education Directorate has policies and procedures in place to help schools appropriately address bullying, harassment and violence, and to respond to complex and challenging behaviour. Every public school also has a Safe and Supportive Schools Contact
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