McKenzie refuses to apologise for parliament fracas
Politics
November 6, 2026
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Kingston Western Member of Parliament Desmond McKenzie has refused to apologise for his conduct during Tuesday's heated confrontation in Parliament, insisting that he did nothing wrong and did not breach the House's Standing Orders.
Speaking at a press conference on Friday, McKenzie defended his actions during the incident involving Manchester North Western MP Mikael Phillips, which erupted shortly after the House of Representatives was adjourned.
“I did absolutely nothing. If you saw the video, I stood in my seat, which was the required posture. The Speaker was exiting the Chamber and I was in my seat. I did not violate the Standing Orders of Parliament,” McKenzie said.
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