Andrew Furey to be sworn in as premier on Aug. 19

Premier-designate Andrew Fureywill officially be sworn in on Aug. 19, making him the14th premier of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Furey will be sworn in byLt.-Gov. Judy Footeat a ceremony to be held at Government House in St. John's.

Furey's first cabinet will also be sworn in at the same time.

A government news release says further details will be provided in the coming days.

Furey won the provincial Liberal leadership raceMonday evening, beating leadership hopeful and longtime civil servantJohn Abbott 26,443 points to 13,557 points.

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