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Lisburn councillor Gary Hynds suspended one month for intimidatory conduct toward a senior officer in a closed meeting.
Lisburn councillor Gary Hynds has been suspended for one month after an adjudication hearing found his conduct toward a senior council officer during a closed meeting on June 25, 2024, was intimidatory.
The incident occurred after the public livestream ended and the chamber closed.
Hynds admitted breaching the Code of Conduct on respect and consideration but denied bullying or harassment, stating his actions were in the public interest.
He agreed to issue a formal apology.
The case, originally set for a multi-day hearing, was resolved via a last-minute legal agreement.
Northern Ireland Local Government Commissioner for Standards Ian Gordon determined the suspension appropriate.
The full decision is pending release.
El concejal de Lisburn, Gary Hynds, fue suspendido un mes por comportamiento intimidatorio hacia un oficial superior en una reunión a puerta cerrada.