The Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador has voted in John Hogan as the new leader, who will also take on the role of premier as former Premier Andrew Furey steps down.
Furey, a former surgeon who had been in politics for about five years, announced on Feb. 5 that he was resigning.
Hogan, the former health minister, and John Abbott, the ex-minister of housing, mental health and addictions both stepped down from their government positions to compete for the role of party leader
While campaigning, Hogan has said he understands cost of living concerns among voters, including seniors.
“Seniors are who built Newfoundland and Labrador,” Hogan, a former lawyer, said in an interview. “They want to live here and stay in their communities. I think we need to prioritize that.”…