Elizabeth Lee appoints Ed Cocks to Shadow Ministry

Canberra Liberals Leader Elizabeth Lee has announced a minor Shadow Cabinet reshuffle following the recent election of Liberal MLA for Murrumbidgee Ed Cocks.

“Ed will take on the shadow portfolios of Mental Health, Jobs and Workplace Affairs, and Regulatory Services,” Ms Lee said.

“Ed brings a wealth of experience with him to the Assembly across several areas, in particular through his time working in the Australian Department of Health with a strong focus on mental health.

“As policy convener for the Canberra Liberals, Ed also played a big role in keeping public service jobs in the ACT and I know he will hit the ground running in all his portfolios,” Ms Lee concluded.

Mr Cocks said it was a privilege to take on the portfolio responsibilities and join the Shadow Cabinet.

“I am honoured to take on the role of Shadow Minister for Mental Health,” Mr Cocks said.

“I have been passionate about improving our mental health system for a long time, and dedicated much of my APS career to developing mental health policy.

“Canberrans face significant barriers to accessing mental health care in the ACT, and I look forward to contributing to positive, practical solutions.

“I also look forward to taking on the Shadow Ministries of Jobs and Workplace Affairs, and Regulatory Services to ensure we have a regulatory systems that works for Canberrans, not against them; makes their lives easier; and provides opportunities for great jobs and careers as our city grows,” Mr Cocks concluded.