New Zealand minister steps down after placing hand on staffer’s arm during ‘animated discussion’
New Zealand’s commerce and consumer affairs minister has resigned after putting his hand on a staff member’s arm during what he described as an “animated discussion”. Andrew Bayly said his action was “inappropriate” and apologised for his “overbearing” behaviour.
NZ minister resigns after he 'placed hand' on staff's arm
New Zealand's commerce minister Andrew Bayly has resigned after he "placed a hand" on a staff member's upper arm last week, in what he described as "overbearing" behaviour. Bayly said on Monday that he was "deeply sorry" about the incident,
Andrew Bayly stands down as minister after putting hand on staffer
Andrew Bayly has stood down as ACC and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister after he “placed a hand” on a staff member’s arm during an “animated discussion” last Tuesday, something he’s recognised was “inappropriate”.
New Zealand Minister Andrew Bayly Steps Down After Backlash For Touching A Staff Member's Arm
New Zealand's commerce minister Andrew Bayly had to resign after he "inappropriately" placed his hand on a staff member's upper arm during a discussion last week
New Zealand minister steps down after inappropriate touching incident
New Zealand's Commerce Minister, Andrew Bayly, resigned after inappropriately touching a staff member's arm. Despite apologizing, he faced criticism. Prime Minister Luxon ruled out his return, while opposition leaders condemned the government's response.
New Zealand Minister Resigns After Inappropriate Conduct Toward Staff Member
New Zealand's Commerce Minister, Andrew Bayly, has resigned after admitting to "overbearing" behavior, where he placed a hand on a staff member's upper arm during an "animated discussion.". Bayly issued a public apology,
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New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has accepted the resignation of his commerce minister, who touched a staff member during a heated discussion.
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The Prime Minister says it is a "fair assumption" he would have sacked the commerce minister if he didn't quit.
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The Port Waikato MP resigned from his ministerial portfolios after a staffer complained about him laying a hand on them last week. Bayly resigned on Friday, and it was then made public yesterday.