This item was published during the term of a previous administration that ended in April 2007
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Ross Finnie returns to work
20/04/2004
Ross Finnie, Minister for Environment and Rural
Development, returned to office today following his
three-month convalescence from heart bypass surgery.
The minister picked up his portfolio duties for the
first time since taking sick leave in January. During his
absence Deputy Minister Allan Wilson fulfilled the duties
of Minister.
A fit and healthy Mr Finnie said:
"I am looking forward to taking up full ministerial
responsibilities again.
"Obviously I would like to thank Allan Wilson for all
his work, supported by officials, in keeping the portfolio
moving forward in such a positive way through what were
often some quite testing times.
"I extend my thanks to all the excellent medical staff
who have been involved in my treatment and care over the
recent months.
"The months ahead hold some important challenges and I
look forward once again to working alongside colleagues,
officials and stakeholders as we make progress."