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New health minister "looking forward to the challenge"

Rob Callister takes over as Lawrie Hooper moves to Enterprise

The new health minister says he's "looking forward to the challenge" of his new role.

Rob Callister has taken up the position after signing his warrant at Government House on Friday (16 September).

It's after the chief minister announced a mini reshuffle which sees former health minister Lawrie Hooper moving to lead the Department for Enterprise.

Ayre and Michael MHK Tim Johnston is set to chair Manx Utilities - a position Mr Callister has now vacated.

The Onchan MHK has been speaking to Phil Gawne:

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