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Bryce Edwards: Political commentator says Mallard's ban gives Peters great publicity, and potentially a launching pad for a comeback in the
It's hard to find any supporters for Trevor Mallard's move against Winston Peters.
The Speaker of the House has trespassed Peters from Parliament for two years, - along with former National MP Matt King - after they visited the anti-mandate occupation in February.
A political commentator says it reaffirms Mallard's unfit for the role.
Victoria University's Bryce Edwards says it's likely the New Zealand First leader will be launching legal action over the decision.
He adds it gives Peters great publicity, and potentially a launching pad for a comeback in the Tauranga by-election.
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