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Don Brash comment on Doone defamation case

Wednesday, 27 April 2005, 3:56 pm
Press Release: New Zealand National Party

Don Brash MP - National Party Leader

27 April 2005

Don Brash comment on Doone defamation case

National Party Leader Don Brash says Helen Clark should explain her position on the Peter Doone defamation case.

“It would be an absolute outrage if it turns out that the Prime Minister leaked or confirmed information to the media in order to undermine her own police commissioner.

“Helen Clark should make her position clear without delay.

“Since this matter may be heading for the courts I don't wish to comment further at this stage,” says Dr Brash.

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