Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey has stepped down from his seat in the legislature, representing the western Newfoundland district of Humber-Gros Morne. He announced his decision on social media, citing his 50th birthday on Wednesday as the right time to begin a new chapter in his life, having previously resigned as premier in February.
Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey steps down from legislature
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey has stepped down from his seat in the legislature, representing the western Newfoundland district of Humber-Gros Morne. He announced his decision on social media, citing his 50th birthday on Wednesday as the right time to begin a new chapter in his life, having previously resigned as premier in February.
- 1 August 2020: Andrew Furey elected leader of Liberals and sworn in as premier
- 2 February (previous year): Andrew Furey announced resignation as premier
- 3 May (previous year): John Hogan sworn in as Newfoundland and Labrador’s 15th premier
- 4 Wednesday: Andrew Furey turned 50
- 5 Recently: Andrew Furey stepped down from his seat in the legislature
- Furey leaves legislature
- New chapter for him
What: Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey stepped down from his seat in the legislature.
When: Recently (announced decision); Wednesday (turned 50); August 2020 (elected leader/sworn in as premier); February (announced resignation as premier); May (John Hogan sworn in).
Where: Newfoundland and Labrador legislature, Humber-Gros Morne district (western Newfoundland).
Why: Furey stated it was time to begin a new chapter in his life, coinciding with his 50th birthday.
How: Announced decision on social media.