Anger grows over ‘Patriot Bill’

THE controversial Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Amendment Bill, also known as the Patriot Bill, which was approved by the National Assembly last week has torched a storm, with legislators and legal experts questioning the constitutionality of the proposed legislation.

The ruling Zanu PF party used its majority in the House to push through the legislation, which must now be debated in the Senate.

The Bill criminalises any citizen who meets with foreign diplomats or officials if the State suspects that sanctions may have been discussed.

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