Tasmanian Labor leader Rebecca White has resigned just days after Labor failed to win government at Saturday’s state election.
The decision leaves the party’s leadership position vacant, with Franklin MP Dean Winter understood to be in line for the top job.
“It has been an enormous privilege to hold this position and I am grateful for the support of my colleagues and our broader membership for so many years,” White said on Tuesday.
“I am proud of the campaign we ran this election and the work so many across our movement put in to try and deliver a change of government. Unfortunately we fell short and as leader I take responsibility.”
She said it was time for a new leader to take on the opportunity of guiding the party with the ambition to form government at the next election.
“There are so many people I would like to thank for their kindness, support and mentorship over the years,” White said.
“There are too many to list but I want to pay particular thanks to my family who have stood with me throughout the highs and the lows.”
“I will continue to work on their behalf in the Tasmanian Parliament and my office in Sorell remains open and accessible to any constituent who needs a hand.”
