Summarised by Centrist
Commerce Minister Andrew Bayly has apologised after a formal complaint alleged he repeatedly called a worker “a loser” and told him to “f*** off” during a business visit. Bayly admitted his comments were meant in “a light-hearted manner” but acknowledged they caused offence, saying, “I got it completely wrong, and I unreservedly apologise.” Prime Minister Luxon expressed disappointment but retains confidence in Bayly.