Australia introduces contentious religious anti-discrimination legislation


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  • Thursday, 25 Nov 2021

FILE PHOTO: Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison speaks with the media following a day of meetings with foreign counterparts at the White House in Washington, U.S., September 24, 2021. REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia on Thursday introduced contentious religious anti-discrimination legislation to parliament that if approved would allow faith-based organisations to prioritise the hiring and enrolment of people from their faith.

Religious freedom has been in the spotlight in Australia for years amid concern from some that the likes of churches, schools, and workplaces are unable to express their religious beliefs.

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