Paterson calls for Liberal Party to end 'apology tour'

15/10/2025 7 min
Paterson calls for Liberal Party to end 'apology tour'

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The Liberal Party needs to end its post-election "apology tour" and "mass therapy session", according to one of its most senior frontbenchers.In a wide-ranging speech last night, Shadow Finance Minister James Paterson warned that his party could face destruction if it adopts a Nigel Farage-style populist agenda.But Mr Paterson also rejected suggestions the Liberals should position themselves as free market teals. Guest: James Paterson, Shadow Minister for Finance and Liberal senator for Victoria Producer: Isadora Bogle