Prince George, B.C.-  Minister of Justice and Attorney General MLA Shirley Bond, has been asked by the Premier to take over the   Ministry of Finance in the wake of Kevin Falcon’s resignation from the post.

Premier Christy Clark has just released  a statement saying Minster Bond is already  serving as the Deputy Chair of Treasury Board and alternate Finance Minister.

Premier Clark also offered the  following comments on  Falcon’s decision:

"Kevin Falcon has been the hardest working Finance Minister in the country and I want to thank him for keeping us on strong fiscal footing, with a triple A credit rating despite the worst global recession in generations. He has made a remarkable contribution to our province and his public service is beyond distinction. I know how hard it can be to balance the needs and aspirations of family life while wanting to serve publically. I wish Kevin and his growing family continued success and happiness and thank him for his incredible tenure."