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Marsha Caddle quits cabinet!

Marsha Caddle quits cabinet!

February 25, 2025
4:34 pm

Government Minister Marsha Caddle has quit the cabinet with immediate effect.

Miss Caddle who was the Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology announced today that she has resigned her Cabinet position.

She said in a statement –quote – “When principles do not align, a Minister has a duty to resign, so the will and work of the Government can be done. I have reached such a point. – unquote.

Miss Caddle adds that she is proud of the work she has led in the Ministry over the past14 months.

The St. Michael South Central MP served as Minister in Economic Affairs and Investment during the BLP’s first term since 2018. Following her success in the January 2022 general election, she declined the offer of a Cabinet position, citing other professional interests. Her January 2024 appointment as Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology represents the second portfolio she has held over the two terms of the BLP administration.

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