NSW: Iemma stays mum about about his plans

AAP General News (Australia)
08-01-2005
NSW: Iemma stays mum about about his plans

Incoming New South Wales Premier MORRIS IEMMA isn't discussing his plans for the state,
ending a press conference after four-and-a-half minutes.

Mr IEMMA will be elected leader of the NSW parliamentary Labor Party tomorrow, replacing
BOB CARR who retires on Wednesday.

He's refusing to reveal the makeup of his cabinet or confirm reports that he'll scrap
the unpopular property vendor duty, saying he'll answer questions after he's elected party
leader.

Mr IEMMA has held a press conference with Police Minister CARL SCULLY, who last week
pulled out of the Labor leadership contest.

Mr IEMMA said Mr SCULLY will stay in the police portfolio, that the pair remain good
friends and that police want further powers to fight terrorism.

Opposition Leader JOHN BROGDEN says it's clear Mr IEMMA is already finding it difficult
to cope with the pressure of his new job.

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KEYWORD: IEMMA (SYDNEY)

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