CFMEU commissioner claims Queensland police ignored law during Brisbane site blockade
The head of the CFMEU leading an inquiry said Queensland police failed to enforce the law during a 2024 union blockade that halted two traffic lanes in Brisbane.
During a 2024 protest at a major construction site in Brisbane, police officers did not remove CFMEU officials despite traffic being blocked during rush hour. Body-camera footage shown at the inquiry highlighted the inaction. The CFMEU commissioner, who is overseeing the investigation, accused the police of siding with the protesters and not upholding legal obligations. The inquiry is set to continue with hearings scheduled through tomorrow.
Why it matters
It highlights concerns over police neutrality when handling union protests that disrupt public infrastructure.
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