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PREMIER--STATEMENT-APPOINTMENT OF OMBUDSMAN ------------------------------------------------------------ Premier John Savage today announced the appointment of Douglas Ruck as Nova Scotia's new Ombudsman. The selection of Mr. Ruck was based on the recommendation of an all-party committee of the legislature. Mr. Ruck has extensive experience in the human relations field through his work as chair of the Civil Service Employees Relations Board. He is also a member of the Labour Standards Tribunal and has served as acting chair of the Labour Relations Board. Mr. Ruck is a member of the board of inquiry for the Human Rights Commission and is an arbitrator of complaints. The premier noted that Mr. Ruck has a proven track record of fairness and good judgement. The selection committee noted that Mr. Ruck is highly regarded by his peers, associates and employers. Mr. Ruck is a 1977 graduate of the Dalhousie University Law School. "Nova Scotia is extremely fortunate that a man of Mr. Ruck's stature has agreed to take on the job of provincial Ombudsman. If his track record to date is any indication, then Nova Scotians will be well served by their new Ombudsman," the premier said. -30- Contact: David Harrigan 902-424-3750 trp Dec. 14, 1995