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Key findings in report into Labor MP Husar

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FINDINGS OF WHELAN REPORT INTO EMMA HUSAR:

Barrister John Whelan independently assessed complaints against federal Labor member for Lindsay, Emma Husar and found:

* There is no basis for Ms Husar to resign from parliament (however she has said she will step down at the next election).

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* Allegations of misuse of public entitlements should be referred to the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority. (Already under way)

* Allegations of sexual harassment were not supported.

* Allegations of lewd conduct in the office of a fellow MP were not supported.

* Allegations of misleading the parliament were not supported.

* Complaints that staff performed non-work related and personal duties for Husar have merit and should be referred to the Department of Finance's Ministerial and Parliamentary Services (MOPS) for advice.

* Complaints that staff were subjected to unreasonable management including, unreasonable communication, demands, practices and disciplinary methods have merit.

* MOPS should review the electorate office staff complaints resolution process.

* Full report will be kept confidential.

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