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Former Education Minister Michael Browne has been found not guilty of a serious offence.<\/p>

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The judgement was handed down moments ago in Court by Judge Colin Williams.<\/p>\n

Browne has maintained his innocence. His bail conditions have now been lifted.<\/p>

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The Not Guilty verdict paves the way for Browne to contest the All Saints West seat in the next general election although a final decision has not been taken as to the candidate.<\/p>

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Browne was charged back in November 2020 with a serious criminal offense \u2013 which cannot be disclosed for legal reasons \u2013 and gave sworn evidence to the court last Monday.<\/p>\n

The offense is said to have been committed one month prior to the charges being laid.<\/p>

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Following his charge Browne was removed as Education Minister.<\/p>\n

More details will be provided later.<\/p>

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