Authorities are considering whether to ban politicians, staff and visitors who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 from the Queensland Parliament when new rules come into effect next month.
Although the rules have not previously applied to parliament, when Queensland hits 80 % fully vaccinated, on or before December 17, unvaccinated people will be banned from cafes, pubs, stadiums, galleries and libraries, and all staff must also be fully vaccinated, raising concerns that there could be ramifications for the Queensland Parliament in the Brisbane CBD as it features several dining facilities and is also open to the public for tours.
Several federal MPs and senators have previously vowed not to get vaccinated, and would also be barred from meetings and functions at the Queensland Parliament under such a ban.
It is unclear how politicians would participate in the democratic process and represent their constituents if they cannot gain access to the parliament building.