The Legault government is gearing up for its fall session after the resignation of a high-profile minister. On Monday, Quebec Premier François Legault announced that Pierre Fitzgibbon, the province’s economy minister, had stepped down from his position.
Fitzgibbon’s resignation comes after an ethics investigation was launched into his involvement with private companies while serving as a minister. The investigation was initiated by Quebec’s ethics commissioner, who found that Fitzgibbon had breached the code of ethics for ministers.
In a statement, Legault expressed his disappointment in Fitzgibbon’s actions and acknowledged that the resignation was necessary. He also stated that he had accepted Fitzgibbon’s resignation with a heavy heart, as he had been a valuable member of the government.
Fitzgibbon, who was appointed as economy minister in 2018, had been a key player in the Legault government’s economic recovery plan during the COVID-19 pandemic. He was also responsible for attracting foreign investment to the province and promoting economic growth.
The resignation of such a high-profile minister has raised questions about the government’s ability to effectively manage the province’s economy during these challenging times. However, Legault assured the public that the government’s economic plan remains on track and that a new economy minister will be appointed soon.
In the meantime, Legault will take over Fitzgibbon’s responsibilities as economy minister, in addition to his role as premier. He also stated that he will be closely monitoring the economy and working with his team to ensure that Quebec’s economic recovery continues.
The fall session of the National Assembly is set to begin on Tuesday, and the government will be facing a number of important issues, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the province’s economic recovery, and the upcoming federal election.
The resignation of Fitzgibbon has undoubtedly caused a stir in the Legault government, but the premier remains confident in his team’s ability to lead the province through these challenging times. As the fall session begins, all eyes will be on the government to see how they handle this latest development and continue to steer Quebec towards a strong and prosperous future.
