ACT leader David Seymour has become one of the first MPs to meet with anti-vaccine mandate protesters camped out at Parliament, as a pregnant Labour MP reveals threats levelled at those working in the precinct.
The developments come as police threaten to start towing vehicles.
More than 100 vehicles are parked in and around the grounds as protesters continue to camp outside. Free parking has been offered at Sky Stadium, but few have taken up the offer.
READ MORE: Time 'fast running out’ for Parliament protesters to move cars - police
Protesters on Tuesday were issued an ultimatum by police - move their vehicles or they will be towed and seized.
"The effect of this protest activity around the Parliament grounds on roads, residents, schools and businesses is no longer tenable," Police Commissioner Andrew Coster said.
“Police will continue to give protesters the opportunity to remove their vehicles voluntarily [and move them to Sky Stadium]. But time is fast running out for this to happen.
"The roads need to be cleared now or we will be towing vehicles."
Speaking on Breakfast on Wednesday Coster said while police "have been somewhat hamstrung by our ability to tow... nonetheless, this has to stop".
Coster said police had the resources to tow some vehicles but they are seeking help from the Defence Force, which requires ministerial signoff.
"It's really frustrating. We want to protect the freedoms that our democracy protects and that includes the right to protest, but the way...
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