Ralph Babet refuses to accept sanction over ‘offensive’ and ‘disrespectful’ comments on social media

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Sarah Basford CanalesMarch 3, 2026 at 03:00 PM

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United Australia Party Senator Ralph Babet is refusing to comply with sanctions issued by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission. The commission reprimanded the Victorian senator for breaching the parliamentary code of behavior twice in 2024 due to "offensive" and "disrespectful" comments he made on social media. The sanctions include sensitivity training, which Babet has dismissed as "ridiculous." He has publicly rejected the commission's findings, calling them "dumb," and indicated he will not participate in the mandated training. The dispute centers on Babet's social media posts and the commission's role in enforcing standards of parliamentary behavior.

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Australia 30% 2024 30% Victoria 40% Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission 70% United Australia Party ×280% Ralph Babet ×290%

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The Guardian - World News

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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85%

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Victoria

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