In spite of Labor and union criticism, the Liberal Government's Workplaces (Protection from Protesters) Bill provides a specific exemption for protected industrial action.
Our proposed amendments, meanwhile, reflect that we have listened and have acted to address specific concerns.
The onus is now on those opposing this Bill to explain exactly what it is they do not support about giving greater protection to Tasmanian workers from radical protesters intent on stopping them from going about their lawful business.
We took a clear position to the election to introduce these laws and protect the rights of workers to earn a living unhindered by workplace blockades and invasions.
With the exception of the Law Society, who we accept have an in-principle opposition to mandatory penalties, the criticism of those opposed to the Bill could best be summed up by "we don't like the vibe of it".
The Greens' opposition is likewise unsurprising given they cheer on those who are not merely expressing a view but are denying the rights of others to work.
Labor and the unions, however, must explain what it is they find so objectionable about protecting Tasmanian workers from these radical protesters.
"It's the vibe of it" or "we want to blockade access to workplaces and get away with it" simply will not cut it.
The lack of any argument shows that Labor is simply following the union movement in opposing these laws because they want unions to be able to take unfettered illegal strike action, blockading accesses to business, with impunity.