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LNP kicks off ICE forum in Bundaberg

20th February 2018

Today in Bundaberg, Liberal National Party Leader Deb Frecklington hosted the third of four regional ICE forums.

Ms Frecklington said ICE was one of the most important issues facing Queenslanders and one she is passionate about as LNP Leader.

"ICE has infiltrated our small towns and cities, it is destroying families and attacking the very soul and fabric of our communities," Ms Frecklington said.

"At today’s forum, we heard from addicts, their families, community experts and everyday Queenslanders about the impacts this devastating drug is having on the Wide Bay community.

"Today we also shared the LNP’s comprehensive plan to tackle the scourge of ICE and sought feedback from the community.

"The LNP took a comprehensive ICE strategy to the last election, but we want to work with the community to make sure our plan addresses this complex and difficult issue. *

"There is nothing more heartbreaking than when a person from my community reaches out to tell me how ICE has devastated their family, extended family and livelihood.

"As LNP Leader I am committed to stopping this scourge and building stronger, healthier and happier communities."

The LNP’s comprehensive plan included four new drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres around the state, a boosted funding program for prevention services such as Lives Well Lived to target high-risk demographics as well as increased crime prevention and awareness, stronger enforcement and shutting down organised crime networks that supply drugs to our kids.