Minister of Education George Abbott released the following statement on the British Columbia Teachers' Federation's application to the Labour Relations Board:

"I have full confidence in the qualifications of Dr. Jago. He is the right person for the job.

"Unfortunately, while they initially asked for a mediator to be appointed, the BCTF now seems intent on side-lining the mediation process by asking the Labour Relations Board to have Dr. Jago's appointment rescinded.

"I haven't seen the BCTF's application to the LRB - but I am sure the board will deal with it in due course as it is now a matter before the LRB."

Contact:
Government Communications and Public Engagement
Ministry of Education
250 356-5963