Independent MLC appointed as Leader for the Government in Tasmania's upper house

Independent MLC appointed as Leader for the Government in Tasmania's upper house

Premier Rockliff's recent move to appoint an independent to the prominent position has been hailed by some as a show of collaboration across the chamber, but others question whether it's a move to neutralise a potentially opposing voice during a time of political turmoil.

Premier's bold move: Independent MLC to lead government in Upper House

Premier Rockliff names Tania Rattray as leader in the Upper House to boost crossbench collaboration in Tasmania.