The buildings are surrounded by a six-foot high fence on three sides. The Health Minister, Michael Moore, accepted the recommendations and announced the decision on 8 May to generally positive responses from the business and the health community. Mr Moore said the Advisory Committee also had supported the proposal from ADDlnc for formal links to be established with the ACT Branch of the Uniting Church and ACT Community Care. Surprisingly there has been little outcry to the decision. This opposition appears to be based on a lack of information and a lack of understanding.
Moves are underway to inform the business and other businesses in the vicinity.
Paul Osborne - has objected publicly and has threatened to oppose the budget provision for the trial. The Health Minister has pointed out that this is a hollow threat because in the worst case scenario it could bring the government down. However, the ALP, who would then form the Government, fully support the trial.