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Personal Statement
14 June 2022
Lead MP
Patrick Grady
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Employment
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Patrick Grady raised concerns about personal statement in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Patrick Grady accepted the findings of the Independent Expert Panel and apologised for making an inappropriate physical advance towards a junior member of SNP group staff at a social event in October 2016. He acknowledged his breach of the behaviour code, emphasising the significant age gap and the impact of excessive alcohol consumption. Grady expressed deep regret for causing distress and embarrassment to the complainant and others, and committed to ensuring such behaviour will not be repeated.
Patrick Grady
SNP
Glasgow North
Mr Grady apologised unreservedly for his inappropriate actions in October 2016 at an SNP event. He admitted to making assumptions about social relationships, blurring personal and professional boundaries, which caused significant distress to the complainant due to age disparity and power dynamics. He stated that he has since received training to better understand and respect these issues.
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