Embattled Greens senator Jordon Steele-John confirms leave from parliament after allegations against him made public
WA politician says he considered attending Senate estimates virtually but was told it would be ‘unacceptable’ Jordon Steele-John has confirmed he will not attend parliament next week as the embattled Greens senator releases a letter detailing the allegations against him. After days of confusion following historical complaints about alleged misconduct were publicly aired in the media, Steele-John posted a statement to social media late Friday night.
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UK plans military aircraft support for wildfires ahead of first resilience summit
Fire services across the UK are set to be able to request RAF aircraft for difficult wildfires, alongside plans for specialist protective equipment and an AI unit.
Full details of Burnham’s water overhaul may wait until 2027 spending review
A broad plan for England’s water sector is expected in December, but officials are still working through how greater public control would operate and what it might cost.
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