Winton, a company listed on the New Zealand stock exchange (NZX), has launched internal investigations following allegations of sexual harassment against prominent political donor, Chris Meehan. The investigations were conducted by independent barristers at the direction of Winton’s directors. Despite the serious nature of the claims, Meehan remains a member of the board and continues to frequent company premises. Newsroom reported on accounts from women detailing the alleged harassment. The investigations’ findings and any subsequent actions regarding Meehan’s position have not yet been publicly disclosed. This situation raises questions about corporate accountability and the handling of misconduct allegations within Winton. The case also draws attention to the intersection of political donations and workplace behavior.

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