Former Queensland Premier Campbell Newman has been told to resign from the Liberal National Party.

Mr Newman told Sky News he received a letter from the party suggesting his role as a commentator was inconsistent with being a member of the LNP.

Former LNP leader Campbell Newman has been asked to leave the party. Credit:Harrison Saragossi

“It goes on to suggest that I resign and then wishes me well for the future,” he said.

“It’s quite an interesting letter.”