Apologies to the author for our misquoting this line in our heading. However here is a very carefully worded council Media Release designed no doubt to deflect recent public criticism of the Lipshutz/Hyams’ sponsored ‘guns in parks’ fiasco. Yet, it is the wording itself which only succeeds in raising numerous questions –

  • The media release refers to ‘current’ and ‘future’ events. What of PAST events – ie the Shabbat Project and (possibly) Chanukah in the Park?
  • The media release speaks of ‘administration’ of the Firearms Act? Surely ‘administration’ of an Act is distinct from seeking permission for licences? So the question becomes – did council seek permission from the ‘commissioner’, ‘police’ or anybody else with authority?

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PS – SOME LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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