ABC Online | Ruth Forrest slams minister Rene Hidding's 'bullying tactics' The Australian A Tasmanian minister has apologised for a heated conversation with a female MP but denied his conduct could constitute a criminal offence. Independent MP Ruth Forrest alleged in state parliament late on Wednesday that Infrastructure Minister and former ... Tasmanian Minister Rene Hidding apologises to Ruth Forrest after bullying claims MP left upset, angry after being bullied Tas MP apologises for 'mistaken' threat |