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Education Minister Hekia Parata today acknowledged the resignation of Secretary for Education Lesley Longstone, and thanked her for her efforts leading the Ministry.
Ms Longstone’s resignation was announced this afternoon by State Services Commissioner Iain Rennie.
“I acknowledge Ms Longstone’s efforts during her time at the Ministry,” Ms Parata said.
“It has been a difficult period and there have been a series of tough issues to deal with.