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Barry Soper: ZB Political Editor says Labour expelling Gaurav Sharma could backfire

Published: Aug. 15, 2022, 9:14 p.m.

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Renegade MP Gaurav Sharma faces serious consequences for allegations he\'s made about bullying.

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A special Labour caucus meeting will be held this week to determine his future, with MPs having the ability to expel or suspend him.

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Newstalk ZB Political Editor Barry Soper suggests if he\'s suspended, he may be told to keep quiet to be allowed back in.

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Soper told Mike Hosking at the same time, expelling Sharma could backfire.

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He says Sharma will be able to continue to criticise the party, which could be even more damaging.

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