Coalition could help Labor wipe massive detention compensation bill (opens original article in a new tab)

The Coalition suggests taxpayers should not cover compensation for non-citizens unlawfully detained, indicating possible support for Labor to eliminate the claims following a High Court ruling.

• Coalition opposes taxpayers covering compensation for unlawfully detained non-citizens.
• High Court ruling found over 300 non-citizens may be eligible for millions in compensation.
• Some detained non-citizens were charged with serious crimes like murder and sex offenses.