Overview

• State parliament approved a no-confidence motion against the premier’s government, triggering fresh political instability
• The premier, elected 15 months ago, is now gearing up for a state election expected in July
• Passage of the motion underscores growing dissatisfaction with the administration’s performance over the past year
• Bridget Archer, who lost her federal seat in May, is considering a bid for a Tasmanian parliamentary seat
• Archer’s prospective campaign introduces a new dynamic as parties prepare for a contest centered on leadership credibility and stability