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Plymouth Brethren leader rejects allegations of election interference artwork

Plymouth Brethren leader rejects allegations of election interference

SBS News In Depth
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The senior leader of the ultra-conservative religious group, the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, has appeared before a parliamentary inquiry to respond to allegations of interference in the last federal election in 2025. Senior leaders of the the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church have given evidence at a parliamentary inquiry on allegations of interference with the 2025 federal election. Bruce Hales and his son, Gareth Hales, appeared before the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters in the latest hearing. In this episode: What are the allegations against the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church?Why have the leaders of the Brethren group been asked to appear at a parliamentary inquiry?How are election interference concerns being addressed?

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