Paul Scully: Former minister and MP sorry for ‘no-go’ areas comment

Former minister and Member of Parliament, Paul Scully, has issued an apology for his comments referring to certain areas as ‘no-go’ zones. Scully came under fire for his remarks, which were seen as inflammatory and divisive.

In a statement released today, Scully expressed regret for his choice of words and acknowledged that they may have caused harm. He stated that he did not intend to perpetuate negative stereotypes or stigmatize any particular communities.

Scully’s comments were made during a debate on social cohesion and community relations, where he suggested that there were areas where people felt unsafe due to high levels of crime and anti-social behavior. His remarks were met with criticism from fellow politicians and community leaders.

The former minister has since vowed to engage with local communities and work towards promoting inclusion and understanding. He has pledged to learn from this incident and strive to be more careful with his words in the future.

It remains to be seen how Scully’s apology will be received by the public and whether he will face any further repercussions for his comments. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of thoughtful and respectful language, especially when discussing sensitive issues such as social cohesion and crime.