Source: Radio New Zealand
About 250 people are at an overnight vigil at Wellington’s St Paul Cathedral to protest the government’s plan to introduce move-on orders. RNZ / Russell Palmer
Dozens of people are hunkering down overnight at Wellington’s St Paul Cathedral to protest move-on orders.
About 250 people and 50 volunteers are at the vigil, organised by eight churches and other community groups.
Families with children will head home after speeches and music tonight, while others are expecting to stay for breakfast.
About 250 people are at an overnight vigil at Wellington’s St Paul Cathedral to protest the government’s plan to introduce move-on orders. RNZ / Russell Palmer
They oppose the move-on orders the government plans to introduce, which would allow police to issue notices to those sleeping rough requiring them to move to another location.
Those who refuse could face a $2000 fine or up to three months in prison.
About 250 people are at an overnight vigil at Wellington’s St Paul Cathedral to protest the government’s plan to introduce move-on orders. RNZ / Russell Palmer
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