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Australia’s news media code reaches parliament with minor tweaks expected – The Guardian

The code, which is largely opposed by Google and Facebook, will be debated this week

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The Morrison government will introduce minor amendments to the news media code this week as the landmark legislation that would require Google and Facebook to negotiate with news outlets for payment is finally debated in parliament.
The technical changes are not seen as significant by supporters of the legislation, as the core intent of supporting Australian public interest journalism remains intact.
Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young said she would push for amendments to ensure that money earned…

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