By The Canadian Press

Derek Fildebrandt acclaimed leader of Freedom Conservative Party

Oct 22, 2018 | 8:00 AM

CALGARY – A former member of Alberta’s Opposition has beenacclaimed as the leader of the Freedom Conservative Party.

Derek Fildebrandt launched the FCP in July after he was turfed from the United Conservative Party following expense scandals and court troubles.

A news release from the FCP says Fildebrandt was the only candidate who successfully completed and submitted the application and deposit.

The Brooks MLA says in the release that he’s humbled to be given a mandate by the new party’s membership, and will now focus on nominating candidates and building a platform for next spring’s election.

He says that means completely abolishing the carbon tax, cutting government spending, protecting choice in education and taking back provincial control over immigration and justice.

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Fildebrandt has previously said the new party will only run candidates in some constituencies, ideally with no party winning a majority of seats, allowing his Freedom Conservatives to join Jason Kenney’s UCP to govern.

(The Canadian Press)