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MP’s arrest during session sparks debate on parliamentary immunity

Jun 14, 2025 5 mins read
MP’s arrest during session sparks debate on parliamentary immunity

The detention of the opposition MP facing child molestation charges during an ongoing parliamentary session has sparked a legal and constitutional debate, with lawmakers questioning whether the move breaches the principle of parliamentary immunity.

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