Dusk Chorus: A phalanx of tributes for Ashley, and one critique
Dr Ashley Bloomfield announces surprise resignation from July 29; Plans extended break after intense four years; No plans to enter politics; Plans to remain in public service
TLDR: Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced his surprise resignation as Ministry of Health Director General this afternoon, saying it was time to go with vaccination rates high and the current omicron outbreak past its peak. He plans to take an extended break from July 29 after four years in the job and two years of Covid intensity.
His announcement was met wit…
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