A local MLA is now the house leader for his party.
Inverness’ MLA Allan MacMaster is the new Official Opposition House Leader for the upcoming legislature session.
He is taking over as house leader from MLA Chris d’Entremont.
MacMaster tells The Hawk he has a few new responsibilities.
“The only difference now is that I will be advocating for the opposition if there are things that happen in the house; for instance if we are trying to get bills passed.”
MacMaster says this is a good opportunity.
“It’s a good opportunity.” he said. “It will give me a chance to expand my role in the legislature and it’s helpful for our area (because) anytime you can advance your profile within the legislature it’s a good thing.”
MacMaster has been the MLA for Inverness since October of 2009.