NSW Nationals MP Dugald Saunders has resigned as leader with immediate effect.
“For the past two-and-a-half years I have had the privilege of leading the NSW Nationals – today I am stepping down from that position,” he wrote in a statement.
Former NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders.Credit: AAP
“It’s been an honour to lead the parliamentary team during a challenging time in opposition and I’ve always done my best to represent regional NSW.”
Saunders stunned colleagues when he sent a sudden message to MPs, which was sent to the media five minutes later. One senior Nationals MP said there was no warning that his resignation was looming.
