Calls for reigning AFL premiers to be stripped of points as the club faces fresh racism allegations in court
Collingwood will defend themselves against serious allegations of racism filed in court, insisting the club has acted lawfully.has been urged to strip the Magpies of premiership points should explosive claims be proven.
“In addition to the internal process which took place, an external expert was engaged to review the findings. Both processes found no breach of workplace law,” the club said in a statement.Police, which examined them and determined not to take any further action.“The employment ended for reasons unrelated to their concerns.“Following their departure, the former staff member lodged an application with the Fair Work Commission but the matter was not resolved.
“We are entitled to expect more from a club that has promised to do better,” Daniel Victory, principal with Maurice Blackburn Lawyers, said in a statement.
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