Premier DanielAndrewsMP says he is not prepared to resign over the findings of the inquiry into Melbourne’s hotel quarantine program.
Premier Daniel Andrews says he is not prepared to resign over the findings of the inquiry into Melbourne’s hotel quarantine program. “I don't run from challenges. I don't run from problems. I'm not someone who quits to avoid doing the hard work that needs to be done,” he said. “I have a big job to do.
I'm dedicated to getting it done … I can barely describe to you how committed I am to that task.” When asked whether it would be appropriate for him to follow former Health Minister Jenny Mikakos and resign, Mr Andrews said it was her decision to make that move. “She issued a statement. That statement makes it very clear that she could no longer sit in the Cabinet. Any minister that comes to that conclusion has no choice but to resign,” he said.
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