‘Parliament has become unworkable’: Tas Premier won’t allow his govt to be ‘held ransom’

Tasmania Premier Jeremy Rockliff has called for an early general election so “Tasmanians can have their say”. Mr Rockliff said this election is about who is “best able to restore the stability and certainty” so Tasmania can take action on the issues affecting its residents. “We do have a strong plan which is all about addressing these important issues that the parliament has become unworkable,” he said. “I’m not going to allow myself or my government to be held to ransom for the next 12 months – it’s bad for Tasmania and it’s bad for Tasmanians.” The election is scheduled to take place on March 23.