Breaking: NT politician Yiŋiya Guyla resigns, labelling CLP policies 'dehumanising'
The Independent Member for Mulka Yiŋiya Guyula has resigned from NT parliament effective immediately, saying the Country Liberal Party's "dehumanising" legislation is part of his decision.
Member of the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly, Yiŋiya Guyla, has announced his immediate resignation from his position. The politician cited the introduction of legislation by the Country Liberal Party (CLP) as the reason for his decision. The new laws, according to Guyla, are dehumanising, oppressive, and destructive to Aboriginal communities.
Guyla, who was first elected in the seat of Nhulunbuy, now known as Mulka, as an independent in 2016, stated that his decision was not an easy one. However, he felt it necessary as he could no longer sit beside a government that is unwilling to listen or form partnerships. According to Guyla, he was sent by his people to work with the government, but their response has consistently been that they know what's best for the people, rather than forming genuine partnerships.
Guyla's resignation has prompted a by-election in his seat. The timing of the by-election has not yet been announced.
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