Grace Tame calls Morrison government’s pick as human rights commissioner a ‘grave mistake’

The Australian of the Year criticises the appointment of Lorraine Finlay, who has expressed concern about affirmative consent laws

Sexual assault survivor and Australian of the Year Grace Tame says the Morrison government has made a “grave mistake” in appointing a new human rights commissioner who has expressed concern about affirmative consent laws.

In addition to Tuesday’s pointed criticism from Tame, Guardian Australia understands the government’s recent appointment of the Western Australian lawyer Lorraine Finlay has triggered concerns within the Australian Human Rights Commission itself.

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