Gerry Reid

Gerry Reid (born June 18, 1954 in Carbonear, Newfoundland) was the Leader of the Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador. He served as interim leader from 2005 to 2006, until Jim Bennett replaced him in February 2006. Reid was reelected as leader of the party on May 29, 2006,[1] after Bennett resigned due to differences with the Liberal Party caucus.

For the ice hockey player, see Gerry Reid (ice hockey).

The Honourable Gerry Reid B.Ed., B.A., M.A.
Leader of the Newfoundland and Labrador Liberal Party
In office May 29, 2006 – November 13, 2007
Preceded by	Jim Bennett
Succeeded by	Yvonne Jones
interim leader of the Newfoundland and Labrador Liberal Party
In office May 30, 2005 – February 6, 2006
Preceded by	Roger Grimes
Succeeded by	Jim Bennett
MHA for The Isles of Notre Dame
In office 1996–2007
Preceded by	New District
Succeeded by	Derrick Dalley
Personal details
Born	June 18, 1954 Carbonear, Newfoundland and Labrador
Political party	Liberal Party of Newfoundland & Labrador
Children	Matthew & Lucas
Alma mater	Memorial University of Newfoundland
Occupation	Teacher
Cabinet	Government Whip Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier (1999-2001) Minister of Education (2003)

On October 9, 2007, in the general election, he led the party to its worst showing in the province's history with just 3 out of 48 potential seats.[2] Reid was also defeated in his own riding by Progressive Conservative candidate Derrick Dalley, by a margin of twelve votes. Reid announced his departure from politics and resignation as party leader on November 13, 2007.[3] He was subsequently replaced by MHA Yvonne Jones as interim leader.

References

1. "N.L. opposition parties choose new leaders". CBC News, May 29, 2006.
2. "Heartbreak for Liberals as Grit vote collapses". CBC News, October 9, 2007.
3. "Reid resigns leadership, vows Grit rebuilding". CBC News, November 13, 2007.

External links

• Election 2007 biography (CBC)