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Minister takes sick leave

Published: Wed 4 Apr 2001 06:22 PM
4 April 2001
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Minister takes sick leave
Cabinet Minister and MP for Taupo Mark Burton has taken ten days sick leave.
Since mid-March, Mark Burton has been treated for septicaemia (blood poisoning).
He returned to full duties in late March but his recovery has not proceeded as well as hoped.
During Mark Burton's leave, acting Minister's have been appointed.
Acting Defence Minister: Phil Goff
Acting Veterans' Affairs Minister: Steve Maharey
Acting Tourism Minister: Parekura Horomia
Acting SOE Minister: Trevor Mallard
Mark Burton hopes to resume his ministerial duties after Easter.
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