Michael Johnsen resigns from Parliament

MICHAEL Johnsen officially resigned from Parliament today, following a week of sexting and rape allegations. 

New South Wales Deputy Premier John Barilaro welcomed the resignation and apologised to Upper Hunter residents. 

“Yesterday, following further reports, I told Mr Johnsen his position as a Member of Parliament was untenable and called for his resignation,” Deputy Premier Barilaro said.

“Today I welcome Mr Johnsen’s resignation from the NSW Parliament,” he said.

“My message to the people of the Upper Hunter is I will always put integrity before politics, which is why I called for Mr Johnsen’s resignation,” he said.

“Please be assured the NSW Nationals’ focus has always been, and will always be, on delivering for the Upper Hunter and keeping our communities safe and secure,” said Mr Barilaro.

Mr Johnsen’s resignation will trigger a by-election for the Upper Hunter Seat.

More details to follow.