The AFP committed to protecting all Australians
The AFP is aware of AFPA’s proposal to undertake additional forms of protected action during bargaining for a new enterprise agreement.
While the AFP has not received formal notification of such actions to date, the AFP wants to be very clear: The AFP will vigorously object to any action that jeopardises the safety and protection of high office holders, parliamentarians or designated airports.
At no time will the life of any high office holder, politician or member of the public be put at risk because of any proposed action by the AFPA.
The AFP makes no apologies for protecting Australia’s democracy and the location and lives of those whom we dutifully protect.
While the AFP has supported the right of AFPA members to take industrial action, where allowed under the law, it will not support any action that threatens national security, risks community safety or undermines confidence in the ability of the AFP to do its job.