Labor MPs are divided over proposed law changes designed to prevent a repeat of the neo-Nazi rally outside NSW parliament, with some saying the response might give groups such as the National Socialist Network a public platform for recruitment.

Since more than 60 neo-Nazis rallied in front of NSW Parliament on Saturday morning , Premier Chris Minns has outlined several potential legislative responses that he hopes to introduce to parliament “in the coming week”.

One has included making it easier for police to refuse approvals for neo-Nazi rallies, while also broadening existing legislation banning far-right symbols to cover slogans like “blood and honour” – a phrase chanted on Saturday that is associated with the Hitler Youth.

Two MPs, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discu

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