Price backs down on deputy bid

Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has congratulated Sussan Ley on her appointment as the new leader of the Liberal Party.

“While I am disappointed Angus Taylor was not elected Leader, I respect the decision made by my colleagues within the party room,” Senator Price said.

“I was contesting the position of deputy leader on a ticket with Angus Taylor, and given the outcome with respect to the position of Leader of the Liberal Party, I chose not to contest the position of deputy leader.

Senator Price said she recognised she was new to the party, and was grateful that the party was one that afforded her the opportunity to consider putting herself forward.

“Ultimately, I want the best outcome for all Australians – that is why I entered politics, and why I continue to serve as a member of the Australian Parliament,” she said.