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Maeve Bannister

Rebel MP's emotional integrity journey

Bridget Archer crossed the floor last year to support debate on a proposed integrity commission. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

A Liberal MP who sensationally supported an anti-corruption watchdog despite opposition from within her own party has shared her emotional journey to its establishment.

Tasmanian backbencher Bridget Archer crossed the floor of parliament last year to support independent MP Helen Haines who called for an urgent debate on her integrity commission proposal.

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