Former Federal Member for Robertson Lucy Wicks has asked for privacy following a revelation by Sydney radio station 2GB that she was behind a formal complaint against NSW MP Taylor Martin.
The complaint allegedly included allegations of harassment through “demeaning, degrading, and abusive texts”.
Wicks was the Liberal Member for Robertson from 2013 until 2022, when she was defeated in the Federal election by Labor’s Gordon Reid.
She released a statement on her social media on Monday, July 24, saying she had been left “distressed” after learning the radio station had named her as the person behind the complaint.
“My complaint to the Liberal party was in relation to serious concerns including behaviour in the workplace, in the party and in political interactions,” Wicks said.
“I sought to create a confidential process that would enable natural justice and provide me with safety as I navigate this process.”
Martin told CCN he was “young and inexperienced” at the time.
“I found myself involved in a situation that was way beyond me,” he said.
“There were heated words during my attempts to go separate ways that I sincerely regret.
“It was an ugly and undignified parting of ways.
“If I could undo any hurt that has been caused I would do it in a heartbeat.
“I am so sorry and apologise unreservedly to everyone that has been caught up in it.
“I truly welcome the process that the party has commenced.
“The party has appointed a Senior Counsel to conduct a review.
“I’m confident that the truth will come out through that process and I will be cooperating fully.”
A former staffer for Wicks, Taylor has been a member of the NSW Upper House since 2017 and will not sit in the party room while the claims are investigated.
CCN