I wanted to let you know that I’ve advised Jacqui that I will no longer be representing the Jacqui Lambie Network as a Senator for Tasmania. It’s not an easy decision. But it’s become clear to me that I no longer have the confidence of the Jacqui Lambie Network to represent it.

It’s nothing personal, and I have the utmost respect for Jacqui and for the Network. In fact it’s because I care so much about the Network’s success that I don’t want to be its lead in the saddlebag. If the Network doesn’t think I can represent it to the level it expects, the honourable thing for me to do is to leave. That way, any decision I make is a reflection on me, and not a reflection on the Jacqui Lambie Network.

I’ve never broken up with anyone. This doesn’t come naturally to me. But I think that what I’m announcing is the right thing for the Network, for myself, for Jacqui, and for the people of Tasmania.

If you’ve got anything you want to share about this news (or anything else), email me at senator.tyrrell@aph.gov.au

Tam