New Zealand MP Suspended Amid Shoplifting Allegations

Green MP Golriz Ghahraman has been stood down from her portfolios amid allegations she shoplifted from an Auckland boutique store. A Green Party spokesperson said it was aware of the allegations regarding Ghahraman and was in contact with Scottie's Boutique - where the alleged offence took place - to "better understand and address them". "Green MPs are expected to maintain high standards of public behaviour.