Latham ordered to pay $100,000 for vilifying Sydney MP based on sexuality
A Sydney tribunal has ordered former NSW MP Mark Latham to pay $100,000 in compensation to Sydney MP Alex Greenwich for vilifying him based on his sexuality through a graphic tweet and subsequent media comments. The tribunal found that Latham's statements incited hatred, serious contempt, and severe ridicule toward Greenwich, constituting unlawful homosexual vilification and sexual harassment. Greenwich, who suffered ongoing abuse and mental health impacts, will also receive reimbursement for legal costs.
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