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Australian Christian Lobby says any new laws protecting people from cults could be ‘very dangerous’

Lobby groups tell Victorian inquiry legitimate churches could be caught up in any proposed crackdown on coercive practicesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTwo Christian lobby groups have pushed back against any new laws to protect vulnerable people from cults, with a Victorian inquiry told of a “palpable fear” they could affect mainstream churches.The Australian Christian Lobby (ACL) and Freedom for Faith were among witnesses to appear before the parliamentary inquiry into cults and organised fringe groups on Tuesday. Continue reading...

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