Former Minister for the Illawarra Paul McLeay has apologised for visiting gambling and adult websites on his work computer. Premier Kristina Keneally announced his resignation from the portfolios of ports and waterways, mineral and forest resources and the Illawarra this afternoon.The member for Heathcote has released a statement saying: “I would like to apologise to the premier, my parliamentary colleagues, my electorate and the people of NSW.“I apologise to my wife and family.“I understand that as a minister I accept that I am held to a higher standard and that’s why I have offered the premier my resignation.”He said he would not make any further comment and asked that his family’s privacy be respected.
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