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Green MP Golriz Ghahraman stands aside from portfolios after being accused of shoplifting
RNZ 5:01 pm on 10 January 2024
Prominent Green Party MP and human rights lawyer Golriz Ghahraman has stood aside from her parliament portfolios after she was accused of shoplifting at an Auckland store, Newstalk ZB Plus understands.
The Green Party has confirmed it is aware of the allegations that Ghahraman faces and that she "will stand aside from all portfolio responsibilities until the matter is resolved".
According to sources, Ghahraman is understood to have been accused of shoplifting during the festive season from exclusive boutique clothing store Scottie's Boutique in the electorate of fellow Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick.
The Green Party has confirmed it is aware of the allegations that Ghahraman faces and that she "will stand aside from all portfolio responsibilities until the matter is resolved".
According to sources, Ghahraman is understood to have been accused of shoplifting during the festive season from exclusive boutique clothing store Scottie's Boutique in the electorate of fellow Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick.
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