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Minister Melanie Mark advised me of her decision to resign her cabinet portfolio and go on medical leave: Premier Horgan

BY Connect News, Sep 29, 2022 12:15 AM - REPORT AN ERROR

Minister Melanie Mark advised me of her decision to resign her cabinet portfolio and go on medical leave to focus on pressing and urgent personal matters. (Photo - BC Govt.)

Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement:

"Today, Minister Melanie Mark advised me of her decision to resign her cabinet portfolio and go on medical leave to focus on pressing and urgent personal matters. While I regret that she will not be at the cabinet table, I respect her decision and her commitment to her constituents.

"I have asked Lisa Beare, Minister of Citizens' Services, to assume responsibility for Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, effective immediately, in addition to her current portfolio."

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