Federal Coalition MP Andrew Laming steps down from all parliamentary roles

Federal MP Andrew Laming has announced he will step down from all parliamentary roles effective immediately.

The Queensland LNP backbencher issued a statement after allegations of harassment were aired by Nine News in a series of reports.

“I will step down from all Parliamentary roles effective immediately and complete both the counselling courses I committed to; as well as additional clinical counselling, and ask for privacy while that is completed,” the statement says.

“I will have more to say on my future as soon as that process is completed.

“I would like to thank my local community for their understanding during this time and assure them my electorate staff remain available to them.”

Earlier on Saturday, Prime Minister Scott…