Angus Taylor denies payments amid NSW Liberal corruption probe
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Angus Taylor, an opposition leader, stated he is not involved in proceedings being investigated by NSW's corruption watchdog.
- Taylor insists he made no payments related to a corruption case involving members of the NSW Liberal party.
- Fellow Liberals have publicly supported Taylor, sidestepping questions by noting his statements and his non-party status in the inquiry.
Federal opposition leader Angus Taylor has asserted his non-involvement in an ongoing investigation by the NSW corruption watchdog, stating he is "not a party to proceedings." The inquiry is reportedly examining a corruption case linked to members of the NSW Liberal party.
Taylor has explicitly denied making any payments connected to the matter under scrutiny. His statement aims to distance himself from the allegations and the broader corruption case. This clarification comes as the investigation into the NSW Liberal party members continues, with the watchdog seeking to uncover potential wrongdoing.
In response to the unfolding situation, several Liberal colleagues have publicly rallied around Taylor. They have largely deflected direct questions about the hearing, choosing instead to emphasize Taylor's own statements and the fact that he is not formally a party to the corruption inquiry's work. This unified front suggests an effort to manage the political fallout and protect the opposition leader amidst the investigation.
not a party to proceedings
Originally published by The Guardian in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.