Bob Katter, the long-serving MP for the northern Queensland seat of Kennedy, has refused to swear allegiance to King Charles, his heirs and successors during the opening of parliament.

When asked if he would swear allegiance, Katter responded: “No, I swear allegiance to the Australian people.”

The small protest did not disrupt proceedings, as it did when Victorian senator Lidia Thorpe gave the oath in 2022.

Members are asked to swear faith and allegiance to King Charles III. They are expected to respond “I do”.

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[–] eureka@aussie.zone 62 points 1 week ago (2 children)

One of the few positions where I can agree with them. Anyone who claims to represent me in government shouldn't be swearing allegiance of a monarch.

The small protest did not disrupt proceedings, as it did when Victorian senator Lidia Thorpe gave the oath in 2022.

I'm glad the author added this line.

[–] princessnorah@lemmy.blahaj.zone 4 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I'm glad the author added this line.

I can't tell, are you being sarcastic?

[–] eureka@aussie.zone 23 points 1 week ago

I'm being sincere, they compared it to a similar event to contrast the reaction.