NLIS 3 October 20, 2000 (Minster Responsible for Labrador) McLean appointed Acting Minister of Development and Rural Renewal Premier Beaton Tulk has appointed Ernie McLean acting Minister of Development and Rural Renewal. Mr. McLean assumes this new post in addition to his current responsibilities as Minister of Government Services and Lands and Minister Responsible for Labrador. Premier Tulk said: "It is extremely important that this department is well served in the coming months and I am pleased that Ernie McLean has agreed to accept this position." Minister McLean said: "I was delighted when Premier Tulk asked me to serve as acting Minister of Development and Rural Renewal. I see this as a further recognition of my efforts to serve this province and to promote the interests of the people of Labrador. "I am grateful for the confidence that the premier has shown in me and I look forward to carrying out my new duties." Media contact: Rick Callahan, Director of Communications, (709) 729-4860. 2000 10 20 10:00 a.m. |
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