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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Josh Butler and Jordyn Beazley

Anthony Albanese denounces John Setka after union heavyweight resigns as CFMEU boss

John Setka of the CFMEU
John Setka, the secretary of the Victorian branch of the CFMEU, has quit his position, citing ‘false allegations’. Photograph: Daniel Pockett/AAP

Anthony Albanese says John Setka has has “no legitimate place in the Labor movement” after the powerful union figure resigned as secretary of the Victorian branch of the CFMEU.

The prime minister’s comments came after reports were published on Saturday by Nine newspapers into alleged criminal links within the construction industry and the union.

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