Labor MP referred to AEC over claim she’s enrolled at vacant plot of land
Labor MP Ali France has been referred to the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) over allegations that she is enrolled to vote at a vacant plot of land. The claims were made by Liberal senator James McGrath, who requested an investigation into potential breaches of the Electoral Act. AEC Commissioner Jeff Pope acknowledged that such matters require examination.
- ▪Ali France is the Labor MP for Dickson, having unseated Peter Dutton in the last election.
- ▪Senator James McGrath has requested an investigation into France's voter enrollment at a vacant property.
- ▪The AEC Commissioner stated that the allegations need to be examined seriously.
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