Hill Not Totally Forgotten..Gets Job as Government Whip
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Tuesday, February 07, 2006 01:46 PM
Prince George-Peace River M-P Jay Hill, has been appointed Chief Government Whip by Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Hill says he is honoured the Prime Minister chose him to address the unique challenges faced by the government whip in a minority parliament. “Caucus cohesiveness is critical to the future success of this Conservative minority government. The responsibilities are not new to Hill. “Having served as chief whip for my party on three previous occasions, I know our government will be counting upon my experience to provide the right combination of flexibility, discipline and support for our entire caucus.”
In a statement earlier today, the Prime Minister said, “I am very pleased to make this announcement and to confer these important responsibilities on such a capable and respected Parliamentarian. In a minority Parliament the role of Whip is crucial, and everyone’s talent and hard work will be critical in helping us fulfill the mandate Canadians have given us.”
To better enable him to carry out his duties, Hill will also be sworn in as a Privy Councillor.
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Posted by: owl on February 8 2006 12:05 AM
I was hoping Jay Hill would get the Defence or Agriculture portfolio, but whip is just as good if not better for his riding because now he will be at the center of all the horse trading that takes place to bring in new legislation.
I have to admit my faith in Harper has been shaken the last few days with his appointment of a Senator and un-elected cabinet post as well as a liberal going straight to cabenit, while passing up on Jay Hill for cabinet. Lets hope Harper doesn't make anymore of these awful decissions that go against the prinicples he sold to the electorate.
Time Will Tell