Simon is an
outstanding politician and he has a great future. He's a
good mate and I look forward to working with him next
week.
I thank him for giving the Caucus and our backbench
colleagues the opportunity for this contest of ideas. We
have a process to go through with Caucus on Monday and I do
not take anything for granted, but if I am fortunate to be
standing next to Bill English as his deputy I believe we
will make a fantastic team to lead the National Party to the
election.
I have worked closely with Bill for many
years. We have complementary skills and a great working
relationship. We are ready to guide the Government through
this next stage.
This is going to be a new
Government under the leadership of someone who will make a
great Prime Minister. We will go into the election
refreshed, with new ideas from our talented Caucus and ready
for another term in
office.
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