Queensland Labor Expels MP Jimmy Sullivan Over Protocol Breaches, Domestic Violence Allegations

Queensland Labor MP Jimmy Sullivan, representing the Stafford electorate, has been expelled from the Labor Party and will sit on the crossbench as an independent after failing to comply with a negotiated 'safe return to work' plan following a period of leave for personal and health matters. The party's caucus unanimously voted to remove Sullivan, citing breaches of this return-to-work plan and allegations related to a domestic violence incident, although no charges were laid and legal matters involving Sullivan were dismissed by a magistrate. Labor leader Steven Miles described the expulsion as an unprecedented step, emphasizing that Sullivan would lose all rights as a Labor MP and that the decision was final. Sullivan has condemned the move as a 'cheap political' tactic, denying the claims against him. The expulsion reflects the party's loss of patience after previously supporting Sullivan during his leave and attempts to resolve the issues. This development significantly jeopardizes Sullivan's political career as he continues as an independent member of parliament.