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President of the Senate Wade Mark condemned what he described as harassment and intimidation directed at Independent senators, saying such actions undermine parliamentary democracy and will not be tolerated.
Speaking during Monday’s sitting, Mark issued a pointed rebuke to those targeting members of the Upper House over their votes, particularly ahead of the debate on the controversial Prime Minister’s Pension (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
“When words or actions cross the line into harassment, intimidation or attempts to shame senators for how they vote or pressure them to vote in a particular way, that is something entirely different—and it will not be tolerated,” Mark said. “Such actions strike at the very heart of parliamentary democracy and may constitute a serious breach of privilege.”
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