Tasmania’s former attorney-general has announced she will quit politics, ending a stalemate that could have forced the state’s minority Liberal government to an early election.

Elise Archer was reconsidering her decision to resign, after being sacked from cabinet on Friday amid allegations of workplace bullying and for sending “inappropriate” messages.

Ms Archer on Wednesday released a statement saying she would inform the governor of her decision.

“I have decided to provide my resignation to (the governor),” she said in a statement.

“This is done with an extremely heavy heart particularly given the outpouring of support I have received, encouraging me to stay on.

“To those who have personally contacted me, I am deeply humbled by your support, and I wish to thank you sincerely.

“However, this is the right decision for me personally, knowing the types of threats and tactics adopted by this government recently, are likely to continue.”

Ms Archer’s decision to quit parliament will prompt a recount in her seat of Clark, which is likely to be won by a Liberal.

The Tasmanian government held 11 of 25 lower-house seats before Ms Archer’s sacking.

– AAP