Small Business and Fair Trading Minister Eleni Petinos has been sacked by Premier Dominic Perrottet after 'further matters' were brought to his attention.
Mr Perrottet confirmed his decision in a statement on Sunday, where he also revealed he had been made aware of “some further matters” concerning the member for Miranda.Eleni Petinos has been sacked by the Premier from her ministerial portfolios. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Jeremy Piper
“Today I spoke with the Minister for Small Business and Fair Trading Eleni Petinos after some further matters concerning her were brought to my attention,” Mr Perrottet said in a statement on Sunday evening. Customer Service and Digital Government Minister Victor Dominello will take over the portfolios vacated by Ms Petinos.
"I would never intentionally offend anyone or make them feel uncomfortable and if I did I am truly sorry. I pursue politics to make a positive difference and will continue to do so proudly as the member for Miranda.” The Premier on Friday said he had a “zero tolerance” policy for bullying and harassment and said “people will lose their jobs” if he was made aware of such behaviour.
State Opposition Leader Chris Minns labelled the allegations “deeply troubling” and called for an explanation from Ms Petinos.
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