South Australian MP Troy Bell, convicted of stealing $430,000 from charities, plans to remain in parliament.
South Australian MP Troy Bell, convicted of stealing over $430,000 from charities supporting vulnerable school children, plans to remain in parliament despite his guilty verdict of 20 counts of theft and five counts of dishonest dealings with documents. While he has filed an appeal, the Constitution Act allows for a seat to be vacated upon conviction of an indictable offense. Bell aims to continue his work in his electorate amid ongoing court proceedings.
October 15, 2024
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