The Federal Government has introduced legislation for a trial of compulsory drug tests for people on the dole.
Mr Porter's claim is wishful thinking. Of six reports put forward by Mr Porter's office in defence of his claim, only two specifically relate to drug testing of welfare recipients and both strongly reject it as a viable strategy. The other four relate to the drug treatment of offenders in the criminal justice system. Experts say that, rather than lots of evidence, there is no evidence, here or overseas, to show that mandatory testing will help unemployed drug addicts receive treatment and find jobs.
Fact check: Is there evidence that mandatory drug testing of welfare recipients can help drug users get off welfare?
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