Statement from Dr Richard Worth
Wednesday 3 June 2009, 11:06AM
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Richard Worth - ex National MP Credit:
Richard Worth
"It is with deep regret that I have resigned my role as a Minister.
"I am resigning from the role for personal reasons.
"I tendered my resignation to the Prime Minister last night and he accepted.
"It has been a privilege to have been a Minister in this Government.
"I will not be making any further comment to the media.
"I have been granted two weeks' leave of absence from the House."