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Lawyers gain access to 'dangerous' Christmas Island compound after judge dismisses 'contrived' refusal

Asylum seekers and facilities at Christmas Island Detention Centre in 2013. Photo: Getty Images Lawyers have won an emergency court order allowing them to access a Christmas Island compound that is home to 12 asylum seekers, who the government claims are dangerous. Solicitors are currently on Christmas Island gathering evidence for a class action on behalf of a 6-year-old being brought against the federal government that could affect thousands of asylum seekers. The lawyers have been there since Monday...

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