Minister of Labour, Home Affairs and Housing David Burch reported yesterday he was recovering from an illness which has had him off work since late August.

He thanked members of the public for their well wishes and said he was currently resting at home "well on the road to recovery".

Sen. Burch did not elaborate on the nature of his illness.

While Minister Burch is on leave, newly appointed Health Minister Walter Roban will continue to serve as Acting Minister for the Ministry of Labour, Home Affairs and Housing.