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Andrew Laming to undergo awareness training after appearing to dismiss apologies to female constituents
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has again spoken with controversial Liberal backbencher Andrew Laming over his behaviour online, and directed him to complete an “awareness course”.
Key points:
- Andrew Laming reportedly harassed constituents online
- There are calls for him to be disendorsed ahead of the next election
- Senior Nationals will undergo behavioural training in an attempt to improve the workplace culture at Parliament House
Mr Laming apologised during the week to two women in his electorate for his behaviour towards them.
Nine News reported the Queensland MP accused one woman of misappropriating funds from a charity organisation she worked at, which she denies, and harassed another woman and her husband online.
Those reports prompted Mr…
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