Three times Jeremy Rockliff was asked whether Jane Howlett was being investigated by the Integrity Commission yesterday. Three times he refused to answer.
Mr Rockliff's bizarre response was reminiscent of the 2021 Adam 'Terry' Brooks saga.
In 2021, the Liberals ridiculed journalists who asked questions about whether Mr Brooks had been using a fake name and identification to deceive women. It was later uncovered he had also been charged with firearms offences, including possession of a handgun, unlawful possession of explosives, and dealing with identity documents.
Jeremy Rockliff is showing he is no better than Peter Gutwein. The same refusal to answer questions, be honest and own up.
Tasmanians want to know if the people they will vote for have integrity. That they are honest. Jeremy Rockiff is refusing to be honest and it is obvious he is hiding something.
Tasmanians have the right to know if one of the Liberal candidates is under investigation by the Integrity Commission.
This has now become a question of Mr Rockliff's integrity and judgement. The only way he can clear it up is by coming clean and answering the very simple question: is Jane Howlett being investigated by the Integrity Commission?
If he won't answer the Premier should state whether or not he will personally guarantee Tasmanians that Ms Howlett's integrity is beyond reproach?
Dean Winter MP
Shadow Minister for Economic Development
