EDMONTON... Premier Ed Stelmach has laid out the priorities for his new administration, reorganizing portfolios and adding four new ministries. The Premier also named his new Cabinet which features new faces and new assignments for previous members, and introduces the role of parliamentary assistants who will help support ministers on key projects. “This Cabinet and new government structure will focus on building a stronger Alberta and improving the lives of Albertans,” said Premier Stelmach. “The Cabinet team balances experience and new perspectives and is well skilled for the work ahead.” The new Cabinet will be focused on five priorities: . Ensuring Alberta’s energy resources are developed in an environmentally sustainable way; . Increasing access to quality health care and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of health care service delivery; . Enhancing value-added activity, increasing innovation, and improving the long-run sustainability of Alberta’s economy; . Reducing crime so Albertans feel safe in their communities; and . Providing the roads, schools, hospitals and other public infrastructure to meet the needs of a growing economy and population. Changes to the government structure will help better meet these priorities. . Government’s increased focus on culture is reflected in the new Ministry of Culture and Community Spirit which also has responsibility for the voluntary sector and the Human Rights Commission. . The new Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs will help fulfill government’s plan to ensure affordable housing is available to all Albertans and to address emerging urban issues. . A new Ministry of Aboriginal Relations highlights the important role Aboriginal people play in Alberta’s future. . Infrastructure and Transportation will be split, ensuring more focus on meeting the needs for roads and other public facilities as part of implementing Alberta’s 20-year strategic capital plan. Premier Stelmach also appointed the chairs of five Cabinet Policy Committees. These policy committees will review and make recommendations on policies, programs and legislation related to: community services; public safety and services; the economy; resources and the environment; and health. The new Cabinet was sworn in at a ceremony at Government House at 10 a.m on March 13. The first meeting of Cabinet will be at noon that day at Government House.