The TCCI is the voice of business in Tasmania and has welcomed the announcement that a Coalition Government would review the TFES, and provide immediate relief for Tasmanian businesses.

 

TCCI CEO, Michael Bailey, said this was a fantastic outcome for Tasmanian businesses.

 

“The TCCI along with the Tasmanian Fruit Growers Association and a range of other businesses have been calling for action on the TFES and it’s great that the Coalition has been listening,” Mr Bailey said.

 

“Tasmanian exports to the mainland and overseas are valued at more than $26 billion each year.  The businesses that produce those exports employ thousands of Tasmanians and support hundreds of communities right around the State.  This commitment will back in those businesses, secure jobs and support those communities.

 

“It’s also testament to the hard work of Tasmania’s Liberal team.

 

“We are calling on the Labor Party to back in this policy too so the Tasmanian community know that whatever the result on election day, the next Government will be there to support them and deliver for them.  We are calling for a bipartisan approach, because this issue is too important to play politics with.”