Prime Minister Anthony Albanese demands explanation from Barnaby Joyce after footpath incident
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce to provide an explanation following an incident where he was filmed lying on a footpath in Canberra’s entertainment precinct late at night. The footage, published by the Daily Mail, shows Joyce on the ground after apparently falling off a planter box on Lonsdale Street in Braddon.
In response to the incident, Joyce admitted feeling “very embarrassed” and explained that it occurred while he was walking back to his accommodation after a late parliamentary session. He stated, “While on the phone, I sat on the edge of a plant box, fell over, kept talking on the phone, and very animatedly was referring to myself for having fallen over. I got up and walked home.”
Initially, when asked about the incident during a radio interview, Prime Minister Albanese stated that it was a matter for the Nationals party and refrained from commenting. However, when questioned again on Sunday, Albanese emphasized the need for Joyce to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident. He stated, “It is up to Barnaby Joyce to explain the circumstances around this. People will certainly make their own judgments on that. They will see the footage and look for an explanation that has credibility, as well as leadership from the leader of the Liberal Party and the leader of the Nationals Party.”
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton also weighed in on the incident, expressing his intention to discuss it with Joyce. Dutton highlighted the importance of providing support to individuals in need, stating, “It’s pretty rough when people are walking past somebody who might be in need of support.” He also made a lighthearted remark about the incident, mentioning the presence of a chalk mark on the footpath and joking about the prevalence of Greens and Labor staffers in Canberra.
In conclusion, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for an explanation from Barnaby Joyce regarding the footpath incident. The incident has garnered attention and scrutiny, with people forming their own judgments based on the footage. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has also expressed his intention to address the incident with Joyce and highlighted the importance of providing support to those in need.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese demands explanation from Barnaby Joyce after footpath incident
Hours after a video surfaced showing Barnaby Joyce lying on a footpath in Canberra late at night, a chalk outline was sarcastically drawn in the spot where he had been. This incident has caught the attention of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who is now demanding an explanation from Joyce.
According to Mr. Dutton, Nationals leader David Littleproud has already spoken with Joyce regarding the incident. Treasurer Jim Chalmers, when asked about the consequences of Joyce’s position on the Coalition frontbench, stated that it is a matter for the Nationals to decide.
Chalmers expressed his concern for Joyce’s well-being, stating that he does not like to see anyone in such a state. He refrained from criticizing Joyce and emphasized the need for an explanation, while focusing on his own responsibilities.
Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor cautioned against jumping to conclusions based on the footage. He urged people not to make assumptions and emphasized the importance of prioritizing Joyce’s welfare.
In response to the incident, the ABC reached out to Joyce’s office for further comment, following the Prime Minister’s remarks.
It is crucial for Joyce to provide an explanation for this incident, as demanded by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The focus should be on understanding the circumstances surrounding Joyce’s actions and ensuring his well-being.
