Victoria's border permit system found to be 'unjust' and 'inhumane'

Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass speaks to the media

Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass speaks to the media Source: AAP

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Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass says the "anguish was palpable" in the 315 complaints she received over Victoria's border permit system implemented in July of this year.

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