Liberal MPs criticise code of conduct

Three current and former female Liberal MPs have lashed the party's new national code of conduct — claiming it offers little protection for staff. Kate Johnson, Chelsey Potter and Dhanya Mani are criticising the "best practice" guidelines, saying they don't empower women to speak up. Under the plan, third-party investigators and committees would look into complaints made by staff. MPs would also be expelled for breaches such as posting explicit posts on social media or sexual harassment. It also urges any assault allegations to be made directly to the police. Image: Getty