Manager of Opposition Business Alex Hawke MP has become the focus of Liberal Party unrest, with conservatives accusing him of acting as Sussan Ley’s “leader by proxy” as the party finalises its net-zero policy.
The claims follow reports of Hawke’s growing behind-the-scenes influence and criticism of his outburst in Parliament this week, when he called the Prime Minister “useless and a liar.”
Moderates have dismissed the allegations as an attempt to undermine Ley’s leadership, while conservatives continue to push for change early next year.
Despite the tensions, the party is set to decide its emissions policy next week, with meetings in Canberra ahead of Parliament’s return.
Source: The Australian
