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flag Lisburn councillor Gary Hynds suspended one month for intimidatory conduct toward a senior officer in a closed meeting.

flag 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. flag The incident occurred after the public livestream ended and the chamber closed. flag Hynds admitted breaching the Code of Conduct on respect and consideration but denied bullying or harassment, stating his actions were in the public interest. flag He agreed to issue a formal apology. flag The case, originally set for a multi-day hearing, was resolved via a last-minute legal agreement. flag Northern Ireland Local Government Commissioner for Standards Ian Gordon determined the suspension appropriate. flag The full decision is pending release.

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