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Immigration minister replaces controversial 'direction 99' rule

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After weeks of pressure, the Albanese government has replaced a controversial ministerial direction that saw an independent tribunal reinstate visas of non-citizens convicted of crimes. Immigration Minister Andrew Giles has revealed he's re-cancelled 40 visas in the last week, and put in place a 24-hour protocol to be notified of all visa decisions by the tribunal.
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