The following statement was issued today by the Honourable Kathy Dunderdale, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, in reaction to the federal election results:

Newfoundlanders and Labradorians have spoken and elected their Members of Parliament to represent their interests. I extend congratulations to the Prime Minister, to all the successful candidates and to all who offered themselves for election.

As Premier of this great province, my focus remains unchanged – I will continue to fight to advance the legitimate aspirations of the people of this province and will work with the Federal Government to ensure these aspirations are recognized and respected through definitive action.

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Media contact:
Milly Brown
Press Secretary
Office of the Premier
709-729-4304, 631-8477
millybrown@gov.nl.ca

2011 05 03                                                                       9:15 a.m.