Kerri-Anne Kennerley addresses the parliamentary sexual misconduct scandals

Kerri-Anne Kennerley addresses the parliamentary sexual misconduct scandals in Canberra – and says ‘most men are ‘fantastic’ and ‘want to help’

Kerri-Anne Kennerley has addressed the parliamentary sexual misconduct scandals that have rocked Canberra in recent weeks.  

The TV veteran, 67, told The Daily Telegraph’s Confidential in a recent interview that men in general are not to blame when it comes to sexual violence against women.

‘Most [men] are actually fantastic. They want to help, they see the reasoning (behind inclusive discussions),’ the former Studio 10 host said. ‘There is only a small percentage of people who clearly have issues in their life.’   

Weighing in: Kerri-Anne Kennerley (pictured), 67, addressed the parliamentary sexual misconduct scandals in Canberra in a recent interview with The Daily Telegraph’s Confidential – and said that ‘most men are actually fantastic’ and ‘want to help’ 

Kerri-Anne previously told Daily Mail Australia that she wants to see ‘just as many men marching side by side’ with women at justice rallies, as sexual harassment is a ‘social issue’ that impacts everyone.  

‘I think the next march, I want to see just as many men marching side by side with women, because it is not a female sexual harassment issue,’ she stated.

‘It’s a bullying issue, it’s a social issue.’  

Views: 'Most [men] are actually fantastic. They want to help, they see the reasoning,' the former Studio 10 host said. 'There is only a small percentage of people who clearly have issues in their life.' Pictured at the premiere of Hamilton in Sydney last month

Views: ‘Most [men] are actually fantastic. They want to help, they see the reasoning,’ the former Studio 10 host said. ‘There is only a small percentage of people who clearly have issues in their life.’ Pictured at the premiere of Hamilton in Sydney last month 

‘I think it’s important to have people standing side by side to say this behaviour –  whoever it’s happening to – is not good enough,’ the media doyenne added.

‘Everybody has to get involved.’ 

Last month, tens of thousands of people took to the streets across the country to protest against sexual violence against women in the wake of rape allegations that have rocked the government. 

'Everybody has to get involved': Kerri-Anne previously told Daily Mail Australia that she wants to see 'just as many men marching side by side' with women at justice rallies, as sexual harassment is a 'social issue' that impacts everyone

‘Everybody has to get involved’: Kerri-Anne previously told Daily Mail Australia that she wants to see ‘just as many men marching side by side’ with women at justice rallies, as sexual harassment is a ‘social issue’ that impacts everyone 

Protests: Last month, tens of thousands of people across the country took part in the #March4Justice to protest against sexual violence against women in the wake of rape allegations that have rocked the government, with a major demonstration in Canberra

Protests: Last month, tens of thousands of people across the country took part in the #March4Justice to protest against sexual violence against women in the wake of rape allegations that have rocked the government, with a major demonstration in Canberra 

The #March4Justice rallies were held in more than 40 Australian cities and towns, with a major demonstration taking place in Canberra where the nation’s parliament is located.

The crowd gathered outside Parliament House holding aloft placards with slogans including ‘You’re Not Listening’, ‘How Many Victims Do You Know?’ and ‘I Believe Her’.

It comes after Brittany Higgins, a political adviser to the Liberal Party, came forward with allegations that she had been raped inside the parliament building in 2019 – saying she had been ‘silenced’ by party officials. 

Speaking out: It comes after Brittany Higgins (pictured in white), a political adviser to the Liberal Party, came forward with allegations that she had been raped inside the parliament building in 2019 - saying she had been 'silenced' by party officials

Speaking out: It comes after Brittany Higgins (pictured in white), a political adviser to the Liberal Party, came forward with allegations that she had been raped inside the parliament building in 2019 – saying she had been ‘silenced’ by party officials

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has come under intense scrutiny after denying that he knew of Ms Higgins’ allegations at the time – despite several senior advisers being aware – and for the way he has addressed her accusations since.

In response to increasing pressure, the Prime Minister revealed his new cabinet after being forced to make changes with two ministers on medical leave and the government engulfed in scandals stemming from the treatment of women.

Attorney-General Christian Porter and Defence Minister Linda Reynolds have both been stripped of their current portfolios and demoted – but will remain in cabinet.

Facing backlash: Prime Minister Scott Morrison has come under intense scrutiny after denying that he knew of Ms Higgins' allegations at the time - despite several senior advisers being aware - and for the way he has addressed her accusations since

Facing backlash: Prime Minister Scott Morrison has come under intense scrutiny after denying that he knew of Ms Higgins’ allegations at the time – despite several senior advisers being aware – and for the way he has addressed her accusations since