12 Aug 2022

Prime Minister disputes bullying claims raised by Labour MP

From Midday Report, 12:46 pm on 12 August 2022

The Prime Minister is disputing claims raised by Labour MP Gaurav Sharma that bullying is rampant within Parliament.

Dr Sharma says that bullying is promoted by the party's whips and parliamentary service staff.

Jacinda Ardern explained why the whips and parliamentary service took action, saying she is confident the issues are confined to Dr Sharma and do not reflect a wider problem across parliament.