Rules which until now have allowed a “conscientious objector” loophole are being tightened.
The vast majority of children in Australia are vaccinated but a growing number of refusals has been reported.
The prime minister fears risks to the population at large.
“People can, if they like, object to having their kids vaccinated but if you don’t have your children vaccinated, other than on strictly religious or medical grounds, you won’t qualify for the supplement and you won’t qualify for the child care payments. This is essentially a ‘no jab, no pay’ policy from this government,” Tony Abbott said .... http://www.liveleak.com
