B.C. Legislative Precinct access and security rules tightened with new prohibitions

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The rules governing who can enter, move through, and conduct activities on the Legislative Precinct grounds and buildings have been updated and expanded. New explicit prohibitions now cover: blocking or obstructing people from entering or exiting the precinct; engaging in activities (as defined by the Speaker's responsibilities) in areas where signage restricts them; and interfering with security systems such as CCTV cameras. The entry and parking rules have been rewritten to more clearly tie restrictions to notices or signs posted under the Speaker's authority. Signage posted on the precinct is now presumed to carry the Speaker's authority unless proven otherwise, and altering or removing signs without authorization is prohibited. Organizations or individuals who regularly access, protest near, or operate on or around the Legislative Precinct should review their practices against these updated rules, as the offence and enforcement provisions have been updated to capture the new sections.

Who this affects
visitors to the Legislative Precinct · protest or demonstration organizers · vehicle operators and parking users on precinct grounds · building and security contractors on the precinct · media and accredited personnel