A tribunal has heard evidence that children detained in a Queensland police watchhouse were forced to use toilet facilities without privacy, having to do so in front of other detainees. Advocates for young people presented the case, arguing that conditions at the facility remain problematic despite previous findings of human rights breaches.
The tribunal heard testimony regarding at least three teenagers whose human rights were previously determined to have been breached during their detention. According to the advocates' submission, these young detainees experienced severely limited privacy while in police custody, with toilet access occurring in view of other people held at the facility.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about conditions for minors in police watchhouse custody in Queensland. Advocates argue that despite earlier findings of human rights violations, the situation has not materially improved, suggesting systemic issues persist regarding the treatment and accommodation of young detainees in the facility.
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