The future of Labor's parliamentary agenda may rest in the hands of the Greens and independent Jacqui Lambie, who look set to hold the balance of power in the Senate.
The Greens and Tasmanian Jacqui Lambie could determine the future of Labor's parliamentary agenda, with the minor parties looking set to hold the balance of power in the Senate.Jacqui Lambie's party looks likely to hold three Senate seatsThe Greens are on track to have their largest-ever presence in the upper house with 12 senators — two from each of the states.
Senator Lambie looks to have gained a second Tasmanian seat, which will double her party's representation. If Labor holds 25 seats and gets the support of the Greens, Senator Lambie's two votes will be needed to pass legislation.
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