One Bermuda Alliance chair Lynne Woolridge has described the Opposition’s criticism of Craig Cannonier’s appointment as Minister of Public Works as “sadly predictable”.

The Progressive Labour Party had accused Premier Michael Dunkley of “extremely poor judgment” in giving the portfolio to the former Premier, who resigned amid the Jetgate controversy last May, calling the move “an endorsement of the dubious conduct that led to Mr Cannonier’s disgraceful exit from the office of Premier”.

Ms Woolridge said: “The response from the Opposition to the new Cabinet appointments is sadly predictable and simply another attempt to distract the people of Bermuda from the good, solid work this Government is doing.

“It would take more ink than is available on-Island to list the many missteps and misdeeds of the former Government but they, in their glass house, see fit to throw stones in their ongoing campaign to mislead the public.

“OBA parliamentarians are honourable and conduct themselves in the best interests of Bermuda. Contrary to the Opposition’s claims of recklessness, the Premier has made these appointments after careful consideration and with the support of his colleagues.

“I ask the people of Bermuda not to be distracted, but to support the work this Government is doing to revive the economy, create opportunities for job creation and continue the good work being done in education to ensure our children are equipped to compete in an increasingly competitive world.”