Liberal minister Felix Ellis says Labor playing ‘silly political games’

Deputy Premier Michael Ferguson’s future in parliament is in jeopardy over the Spirit of Tasmania sage. A fellow Lib Minister has backed him in, slamming Labor over “silly political games”.

Minister Michael Ferguson currently Premier in relation to TT-Line Spirits inquiry. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Felix Ellis has thrown his support behind Treasurer and Deputy Premier Michael Ferguson as Labor threaten the possibility of a no-confidence motion over his role in the replacement Spirit saga.

The embattled Deputy Premier is facing growing calls to resign from cabinet after allegations he bungled the rollout of the new Spirit of Tasmania ferries.

Mr Ellis condemned the opposition’s move, saying it would disrupt parliament and bring political instability to the state.

Liberal Minister Felix Ellis backs under-fire Deputy Premier Michael Ferguson. Picture: Stephanie Dalton

“Now let’s be very clear, Labor is simply playing stunt … a stunt that would disrupt the parliament of Tasmania and would be bad news for Tasmanians,” he said.

“What the Tasmanian people don’t want to see is politicians engaging in silly political games.

“It’s important that parliament and government get on with the important work that they need to do to support the Tasmanian community.”