Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I had not intended to speak today, however, I do want to correct the record on a matter which I think is important. I believe on November 18 in a debate here regarding the criteria for allowing physicians to retain privileges I made a remark with regard to Dr. Covert, suggesting that criminal charges had been laid against him. If for any particular reason I have caused him any problems, then I apologize for that because the action that is being brought before the court are civil proceedings and not criminal charges.
I do say, Mr. Speaker, that the concern I raised at that time still remains a concern of mine with regard to the Minister's decision on appointments and key areas of responsibility for the medical professionals of the Northwest Territories. I hope in the future the Department of Health, the deputy minister or whoever is assigned this responsibility, can adhere to or at least listen to the Members' concerns on this side of the House. For that I want to correct the record. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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