Published Dec 08, 2025Last updated 10 hours ago1 minute readAfter sharing the role of interim leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party, Cape Breton MLA Derek Mombourquette is now assuming the duties of house leader. FILEArticle contentAfter sharing the role of interim leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party, Cape Breton MLA Derek Mombourquette is now assuming the duties of house leader.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentEffective Monday, Timberlea-Prospect MLA Iain Rankin took over as interim leader after he and Mombourquette, who represents the Sydney-Membertou riding, shared the responsibility of rebuilding the party following the 2024 election that saw the Liberals win just two seats in the 55-seat House of Assembly.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentIn his first act as interim leader, Rankin is calling for a comprehensive economic strategy in response to Progressive Conservative government’s $1.2-billion deficit.Article content“Nova Scotians need to see public money spent more responsibly, with legislative oversight,” Rankin said in a media release.Article content“This government has been spending without any coherent plan, and it’s put us in a vulnerable economic position that will affect Nova Scotians for generations. We need a long-term, disciplined economic plan that must include reviewing departmental over-spending, so we can both scale traditional sectors and help launch emerging industries to keep government programs sustainable.”Article content
Liberals name new interim leader as Cape Breton MLA assumes duties of house leader
