John Hogan is now N.L.'s premier-designate. The opposition wonders if it will mean change
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Premier-designate John Hogan says he is looking to continue the work of former premier Andrew Furey as he heads into the role this week.
The Liberal Party elected Hogan as its new leader on Saturday and will become the province's 15th premier.
But he will have to prove to voters over why he should and stay in that role, as an election could be called at any point before October.
Hogan says he and Furey have different leadership styles, but said, "I think he's really laid the groundwork for where we need to go next," in an interview with CBC News at the leadership convention.
Despite the new leader, Progressive Conservative Leader Tony Wakeham says the government is the same.
"What we have here is nothing new. We have the same Liberal government," Wakeham told CBC News.
Leader of the provincial NDP, Jim Dinn, told CBC News he is looking for more definitive action to improve lives.
"There might be a new premier and it might be a new cabinet, but it's still the same people on the other side," said Dinn.
Hogan said he's committed to improving the province's healthcare system by filling in gaps, improving access to primary care and creating shorter emergency room wait times.
"The people's priorities are my priorities," said Hogan.
Hogan will also be taking on the responsibility of getting the new — and improved — Churchill Falls hydroelectric plant deal finalized.
A memorandum of understanding was signed by Furey and Quebec Premier François Legault in December that could bring in some $200 billion to the province.
Hogan says the plan is to have the agreement signed by April 2026, and get the 2025 back pay, which will give the province an economic boost.
Leading up to his election, Hogan had support from 12 caucus members, including Transportation Minister Fred Hutton, and Justice Minister Bernard Davis.
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