Dean Winter is rapidly closing the gap on Premier Jeremy Rockliff as the preferred premier, according to the latest poll numbers from our sponsor EMRS. While he hasn't taken the lead, he is closing the gap rapidly, according to the latest numbers.

Font PR partners Brad Stansfield and Becher Townshend are joined by The Mercury's political editor David Killick to dissect the poll and analyze the latest Tasmanian political news, including:

• A sternly worded letter from Hobart's Lord Mayor, upset by EMRS polling questions.
• The continuing debacle with Tasmania's government-owned businesses, and the government's proposed changes to TT-Line, TasPorts, TasRail, etc.
• The debate over pokies rages on.
• The on-again-off-again UTAS city move; it's off-again apparently.
• Could Development Assessment Panels help increase the flow of new housing in the state?
• Craig Garland sparks controversy after being found driving under the influence, but not of alcohol.
• Bec White has moved to federal politics, being pre-selected for the seat of Lyons for next year's federal poll.

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