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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Amy Remeikis

Linda Reynolds receives $90,000 defamation settlement over former ACT DPP’s Lehrmann trial comments

Senator Linda Reynolds
Senator Linda Reynolds has received a settlement and apology from the ACT government after its former director of public prosecutions made defamatory allegations against her. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian

The retiring Liberal senator Linda Reynolds has been awarded a $90,000 settlement and an apology from the Australian Capital Territory government after its former director of public prosecutions made defamatory allegations against her.

The compromise settlement, which was finalised on Friday, included $70,000 in damages and $20,000 in legal costs. The agreement means the matter is considered finalised and will not continue to court.

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