Dutton suggests parliament continue sitting until legislation passed on High Court immigration ruling

Peter Dutton says politicians should stay in Canberra until the parliament passes legislation to address a High Court decision that has led to the release of 83 people from immigration detention, among them criminals. Key points: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton urges members of parliament to stay in Canberra until legislation addresses the legal gap created by the High Court decision A recent High Court ruling deemed indefinite immigration detention unlawful, resulting in the release of 81 individuals, including criminals Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil defended the government's response, emphasising strict monitoring and visa conditions for those released A decision by the High Court last week ruled indefinite immigration detention was unlawful, which has resulted in 83 people being let out into the community. If I had any power to keep these people detained I will do so, I don't have that power, we are managing the High Court's mandatory decision in the interest of community safety within Australian law," she told Channel Seven on Wednesday morning. Government should have been prepared: Dutton Mr Dutton criticised the government for not having a plan, or planned legislation changes, prior to the High Court decision.