Solicitor-General backs the Voice to Parliament

Solicitor-General DR Stephen Donaghue QC says the Voice would 'enhance' government and won't pose a threat to democracy. Source: AAP / LUIS ASCUI/AAPIMAGE

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The nation's lawyer has released his legal opinion on proposed changes to the Constitution, to enshrine a Voice to Parliament. Solicitor-General Stephen Donaghue says the Voice would 'enhance' government, and won't pose any threat to democracy.

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Solicitor-General backs the Voice to Parliament

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