Heinz de Boer resigns from DA deputy caucus leader post
"In time the truth of the situation will reveal itself," said De Boer.
UMHLANGA councillor Heinz de Boer has confirmed his resignation as the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) deputy caucus leader. De Boer was elected into the post less than two weeks ago.
Reports have alleged that his resignation is due to tensions between him and newly elected caucus leader Nicole Graham.
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Speaking to the Northglen News, De Boer said he will not comment on the reasons for his resignation adding, ‘time will reveal the truth’.
“There’s a lot of speculation which I’m not going to comment on. I do believe in time the truth of the situation will reveal itself. Only then will people understand why I’ve taken such a decision,” he said.
De Boer said his resignation as deputy caucus leader would not affect his duties as a ward councillor.
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“I remain the councillor of Ward 35. My resignation will not in any way affect my duties as councillor.”
DA caucus leader Nicole Graham said: “I have not met with Heinz yet, so I do not know the reasons for his resignation. We have a working relationship and there is no problem there.”
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