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Personal Statement

19 January 2022 · 0 other contributors

Opened by Daniel Kawczynski Con Shrewsbury and Atcham

Standards & Ethics

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Daniel Kawczynski raised concerns about personal statement in the House of Commons. A government minister responded.

Key points

  • Minister apologises unequivocally for bullying House of Commons staff.
  • Minister acknowledges actions may have reduced public confidence in process.
  • Minister's behaviour is linked to a report by the Committee on Standards.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Government Statement

Daniel Kawczynski

Last week, the Committee on Standards published a report on my conduct following a complaint from Sir Stephen Irwin, the chair of the independent expert panel, that I had not abided by a determination of the IEP. I apologise unequivocally to the House for my behaviour in bullying members of House of Commons staff and undermine the sincerity of the apology given previously. My actions may have led to reduced public confidence in the process and a detrimental effect on the House's conduct policy due to undermining the integrity of the complaints process. I am committed to personal development, especially in communication with others, and will send written apologies to relevant parties.

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