15 January 2007

Williams cabinet minister, MHA under CID probe

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary confirmed today that allegations of double-billing against John Hickey and Kathy Goudie have been referred to the Criminal Investigation Division (CID).

Premier Danny Williams relieved Hickey of his cabinet responsibilities, but re-appointed him days later, characterising both Hickey and Goudie as victims of incompetent House of Assembly administration.

The allegations from the province's auditor general involve 58 incidents of double-billing expense claims.

UPDATE: Williams says nothing new in RNC announcement, Hickey will stay.

UPDATE: Telegram editorial criticizes Hickey decision.