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SA government will not pursue code of conduct for MPs, but accused MP Sam Duluk says the idea has merit
A key recommendation for a broad code of conduct to help end a culture of sexual harassment in South Australia’s parliament has been cast aside by the state Liberal government, despite an MP accused of assaulting a colleague at a parliamentary Christmas party saying the idea has merit.
Key points:
- SA’s acting equal opportunity commissioner has recommended a code of conduct for all MPs
- The SA Premier says the possibility of a broader code is a “matter for parliament”
- An MP accused of inappropriate behaviour says the idea has “merit”
The government on Friday outlined its initial response to a damning review of parliament’s workplace culture, delivered by the acting equal opportunity commissioner Emily Strickland.
The review found sexual…
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