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17 |
Opposition takes government
to task on lack of rural development: Future of REDBs in
jeopardy |
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17 |
MHA says government
cutbacks hurt rural initiative: Site may be damaged beyond
repair |
|
17 |
Provincial Liberals
express condolences to the O'Brien family |
|
17 |
Jones says Lawrence
O'Brien was a true Labradorian |
|
16 |
Closure brought in on
snowmobile and liquor Bills: Government forces legislation
through the House without full debate |
|
16 |
Minister has double
standard on Road Maintenance: Opposition says residents of
Old Mill Road treated unfairly |
|
15 |
Sullivan's fiscal
update incomplete: Indicates continued dependence on
Federal Government |
|
15 |
Open and Transparent?
Government continues to operate under cloak of secrecy |
|
14 |
Bill 61 being pushed
through House without consultation: Accountability pledge a
farce |
|
14 |
Changes made to Bill
53: House of Assembly serves an important accountability
role |
|
13 |
Liquor stores to be open
on Sundays if Bill 61 passes: Sweeney questions why no
consultations held |
|
13 |
Grimes questions
legality of government unilaterally postponing review of
electoral boundaries |
|
13 |
Joyce pleased government
changes policy on snow clearing in the province |
|
13 |
Airline pullout
detrimental to Southeast Labrador: Government must take
action |
|
10 |
Government has double
standard on pension benefits for union: Joan Burke runs
from issue |
|
9 |
Joyce expresses concern
regarding new snow clearing policy |
|
9 |
Lack of vision for rural
areas: Announced projects will have only minor impact |
|
8 |
MHA calls on Minister to
stand up for Fortune workforce |
|
8 |
Jones seeks answers on VON
settlement: Minister continues to cover up the truth |
|
7 |
HRE using call centre
to take social services inquiries: Opposition says serious
problems resulting |
|
6 |
Snowmobile
legislation needs more examination says Barrett: Encourages
people to express opinions to their MHA |
|
3 |
Sweeney says
immediate government action required on E.coli |
|
3 |
Jones will vote against LIA
Lands Claims Agreement |
|
2 |
Minister's options not
acceptable: Fortune and Harbour Breton plants should remain
open |
|
2 |
Investments recommended
by Oxycontin Task Force not taking place |
|
1 |
Minister reneges on funding
commitment for E. coli problem |
|
1 |
Jones asks about
Labrador medical travel program: Wants to know if program
will be expanded |
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November 2004
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30 |
Opposition questions
government's commitment to health care: Jones wants new
money spent on health not debt |
|
30 |
Foote brings serious E.coli
case to Legislature: Government must act immediately |
|
29 |
Reid disappointed that
government not supportive of Harbour Breton's request to
maintain fish quota |
|
29 |
Minister
non-committal on education issues in House: Tuition hikes
and campus closures likely |
|
29 |
Opposition wants
comprehensive policy on child poverty: Recent report
deserves swift attention and action |
|
26 |
Foote concerned for
future of Fortune plant: Wants Premier to get involved |
|
25 |
Premier refuses to
speak on FPI issue: Skips question period to avoid public
scrutiny |
|
25 |
Stephenville airport
abandoned by government: Minister says there will be no
further provincial support |
|
25 |
Opposition keeps pressure
on Government on FPI issue: Comments by FPI CEO indicate
other plants may close |
|
25 |
Opposition
calls for independent monitors: Second spill indicates
serious problems exist |
|
25 |
Andersen brings
issues to the legislature: Hopedale school to be fixed but
no word on auditorium |
|
24 |
Langdon continues
to fight for future of Harbour Breton: Asks questions and
has private members motion debated |
|
24 |
Opposition takes a
stand on smoking: Government should implement a provincial
ban |
|
23 |
OHS inspectors to
visit Harbour Breton plant: MHA sees this as just the first
step |
|
23 |
Opposition
questions government on financial update: Minister agrees
to give update next week |
|
22 |
Grimes disappointed that
government rejected motion for emergency debate on the
Atlantic Accord |
|
22 |
Harbour Breton closure
would be devastating: Government must develop a plan to
address issue |
|
19 |
Opposition releases
fact sheet on Atlantic Accord |
|
18 |
Butler disappointed
in government release: Minister fails to recognize serious
problems in department |
|
16 |
Grimes applauds Liberal
MP's for supporting federal offshore motion on Atlantic
Accord |
|
15 |
Joyce says long-term
care facility must be priority during pre-budget
consultations |
|
12 |
Still no deputy minister
in Labrador: What happened to the promises? |
|
12 |
The time for leadership
is now |
|
10 |
Reid upset that circuit
court closed in Twillingate: Cuts to rural Newfoundland and
Labrador must stop |
|
8 |
Grimes welcomes
Premiers decision to return to negotiations with Ottawa |
|
8 |
Liberal critic shocked by
government claims: More evidence they are ignoring serious
problems |
|
8 |
Grimes says Opposition
does not support Ottawa's proposal: Danny Williams tactics
need to change to get a deal |
|
4 |
Janeway incident raises
red flag: Minister must deal with mental health issues |
|
4 |
Opposition calls list of
accomplishments "Bold Lie": Anniversary bulletin touts
broken promises |
|
4 |
Andersen meets with Finance
Minister: Hopes to have good news for Labrador oil users on
north coast |
|
3 |
Pay equity ruling a
disappointment: Government can still do the right thing |
|
3 |
Grimes says Premier
doesn't want a deal: More interested in playing politics
with the Atlantic Accord |
|
1 |
Liberal heating rebate
initiative adopted by government: Electricity users still
left in the cold |
|
1 |
Number of highway
accidents unacceptable: Government can take action |
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October 2004
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Grimes encourages federal
MP's to remain firm in their stance: Their role is key in
securing more Atlantic Accord funding |
|
26 |
Grimes wants strong
provincial position on Atlantic Accord: Calls for emergency
session of the House of Assembly |
|
26 |
Joyce disappointed that
province will not provide disaster assistance funding to
west coast lobster fishermen |
|
22 |
Reid calls upon government to
follow Ontario's lead and put restrictions on junk food
served in schools |
|
22 |
Accidents warrant
policy review: Sweeney calls on Minister Whalen to consider
changes |
|
22 |
Butler asks when backlogs
will be cleared up in HRLE: Opposition says vulnerable
people will suffer because of cuts |
|
22 |
Liberals want tuition
freeze to continue: Investment in education will bring
future prosperity |
|
21 |
Insurance reform off
the rails: Sweeney predicts new study will not impact
policy |
|
21 |
Impending crisis in
low-income housing: Opposition wants to know Minister's plan |
|
21 |
One year of the Danny
Williams government: Is this the approach the people of the
province supported? |
|
20 |
Other Cabinet
Ministers and MHAs ready to jump? Elizabeth Marshall may be
tip of iceberg |
|
20 |
Sullivan dragging his
feet: Confirmation and details of heating rebate program
past due |
|
18 |
Reid says government
should continue investment in aquaculture industry |
|
18 |
Williams government
has no rural strategy |
|
14 |
New Education Minister
must now stand by comments: Hedderson called for new school
while in opposition |
|
14 |
Serious situation in
Black Tickle: Government must act now |
|
14 |
Will the Premier
get involved in crisis in HRLE? Children not getting
medical attention they need |
|
13 |
Negotiations are underway
on the Atlantic Accord: Now is the time for government to
provide details |
|
13 |
Jones expresses concern
about Labrador health care: Service should not be
compromised by restructuring |
|
10 |
Opposition calls for
cuts to political appointments: Can't justify cuts to poor
while appointing friends |
|
9 |
Premier not attending NLFM
Convention: Insult to community leaders says Opposition
Liberals |
|
9 |
Attempts made to
intimidate and silence employees: Ministers should state
their position on what is happening |
|
9 |
Letter confirms
backlogs in HRLE causing problems: Janeway Social Workers
complain to department |
|
6 |
Government MHAs refuse to hold
PAC meeting: Opposition still thinks investigation needed |
|
6 |
Butler congratulates
new Minister: Looks forward to him taking stand on social
policy |
|
6 |
Premier should look at
own record: Not enough voices in Cabinet from rural areas |
|
5 |
Job creation program
certainly needed: Opposition wants proper monitoring and
administration |
|
5 |
Trouble at Workplace
Health and Safety Compensation Commission: Government
inaction causing delays for clients |
|
5 |
Opposition refutes
Minister's statements |
|
5 |
Langdon concerned about
aquaculture operations in St. Alban's |
|
5 |
Premier makes mockery
of Lower Churchill process: Creates conspiracy theories to
cover-up mistakes |
|
4 |
Opposition requests
investigation: Did the Premier breach the Financial
Administration Act |
|
1 |
Williams maintains urban
cabinet: Important departments thrown into disarray |
|
1 |
Opposition will hold
Minister Burke to promise: Wants backlog cleared up and
service improved |
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September
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30 |
School board
downsizing has removed rural representation: What will
happen with the health boards? |
|
30 |
Earlier concerns
become reality: Heating rebate program essential this year |
|
30 |
Minister should
review policy on class four roads: Opposition claim
patronage creating a double standard |
|
29 |
Palliative care
services already in place: Joyce asks for clarification on
new VON program |
|
29 |
Premier failed
once: Time is now for Labrador cabinet appointment |
|
29 |
Need for job
creation says opposition: Government unable to help rural
economy in first year |
|
27 |
Real reason for VON
initiative revealed: Joyce wants commitment that the program
will proceed |
|
24 |
Williams reneges on
health care; could harm future negotiations with Ottawa |
|
24 |
Joyce pleased that VON
strike finally over |
|
23 |
Sweeney says
Persalvic Elementary will remain closed much longer than
anticipated |
|
22 |
Jones requesting more
details on new health funding for Labrador |
|
22 |
Government should
provide a financial update in light of new funding coming to
province |
|
22 |
Sweeney says crisis at
motor registration must be addressed: Evidence that budget
cuts went too far |
|
21 |
Staff reductions at Motor
Vehicle Registration creating chaos: Driver's licences being
suspended without cause |
|
17 |
Joyce says investment needed
to end VON strike and improve home care in the province |
|
17 |
Williams' hidden health
agenda revealed: Jones demands answers |
|
16 |
Jones pleased with health
funding: Wants to know what it means for Newfoundland and
Labrador |
|
16 |
Foote seeks details on CHC
Composites deal |
|
15 |
Winter fast
approaching: Thistle wants PC heating rebate policy
implemented |
|
10 |
Butler and
Sweeney concerned about CBN health care: Government
announcement raises even more questions |
|
10 |
Jones says Health Care
restructuring is ill-planned and will negatively impact
rural areas of the province |
|
9 |
Replacement airstrip
operator needed in Hopedale: Government needs to understand
situation |
|
9 |
Full-time ATI Commissioner
should be maintained |
|
7 |
Road work in Tors Cove
nothing more than pork barreling: Road work cancelled
because Minister got caught |
|
2 |
Joyce says PUB hearings
should also be held outside St. John's |
|
2 |
Sweeney asks school
board to reconsider closing St. Joseph's: School should be
given same treatment as St. Michael's |
|
1 |
Joyce says government
cutbacks have resulted in delays in the issuance of moose
licenses |
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Grimes says school board
restructuring will negatively impact students |
|
27 |
HRE offices close
without provisions in place: Serious problems exist all over
province because of cuts |
|
27 |
Opposition looking for
details related to CEDA: Files Freedom of Information
request to get documents |
|
26 |
Minister Burke
should be ashamed to issue press releases touting student
employment |
|
26 |
Opposition responds to
Minister's invitation: Requests facts on a number of issues |
|
25 |
Barrett says Williams'
comments on strike not enough |
|
25 |
Why is there a double
standard with regards to unsolicited business proposals? |
|
24 |
Joyce says the disabled
angler program is a positive initiative |
|
24 |
Insurance report
needs immediate attention: Consultation needed to get these
reforms right |
|
23 |
Government delivers
another slap in the face to labour: Contract hiring leaves
laid off workers in the cold |
|
23 |
Government press release
reveals further cutbacks |
|
22 |
Langdon says municipalities
should be allowed to keep GST rebate from federal government |
|
20 |
Langdon concerned about
layoffs at Housing Corporation |
|
20 |
Grimes says cuts to
post-secondary education not acceptable |
|
20 |
Glossy pamphlet on
insurance is political advertising: Conservatives break
another election promise |
|
20 |
Grimes says summer road
work not taking place: Employees not being recalled to
upgrade roads |
|
19 |
Work-term funding cut
70 per cent by government |
|
18 |
Jones concerned about
Children's Dental Program: Calls for government to maintain
funding to program |
|
17 |
Rebuild positive labour
climate in public sector: Barrett says lost annual leave
should be reinstated |
|
17 |
Leaked documents indicate a
lack of strategy for rural development: Government trying to
muzzle employees |
|
16 |
Opposition wants damage
deposit decision reversed: Calls on government backbenchers
to state views |
|
16 |
Opposition not accepting
explanation of road work: Claims a double standard exists |
|
16 |
Funding cuts to
Memorial University hurting course offerings |
|
13 |
Jones comments on
Sullivan's road policy: Asks Premier to investigate |
|
12 |
Opposition wants
reversal of damage deposit policy: "Policy change is
causing serious problems" says Butler |
|
12 |
Closure of weigh
stations problem for firefighters: Evidence Conservative
cuts not thought through |
|
12 |
Are funding cutbacks the
Premier's plan for rural development? |
|
12 |
Jones comments following
meetings with tourism operators: Government attitude must
change |
|
11 |
What happened to the
Premier's commitment to end political appointments and only
appoint qualified people? |
|
11 |
Will Bonavista meeting
lead to a new plan? First nine months in office leaves
province last in Canada in growth |
|
10 |
Allowance for
damage deposit limited to $100: Harder for social
assistance clients to get accommodations |
|
9 |
Sullivan has no
credibility on message of fiscal restraint: "Its like a fox
guarding a hen house" says Opposition |
|
9 |
Andersen disappointed with
RAF pullout: Calls on government to now reconsider earlier
recommendations |
|
6 |
Parsons says
government's labour approach has hurt province: IOC and
Wabush Mines strikes will remove $4.0 million per month |
|
6 |
Government cuts to school
boards causing chaos in teacher hirings |
|
6 |
Jones comments on
OxyContin task force report: Action needed now |
|
5 |
Liberal MHA shocked and
appalled: Double standard on road work not acceptable |
|
5 |
Parents and students
confused: Sweeney demands answers from minister |
|
5 |
Need for consistency in
road maintenance policy: Opposition asks about road work in
Sullivan's district |
|
3 |
Joyce says government should
help resolve VON strike |
|
3 |
$23 Million in
strike savings should be re-invested: VON strike could end
today |
|
3 |
Is Fortis the consultant
for the Lower Churchill? |
|
3 |
Government falls short
of insurance expectations: Door still shut, where's the
accountability |
|
2 |
Opposition wants facts on
lay-offs at Housing Corporation: Moves will further
centralize government operations |
|
2 |
Premiers should focus
efforts on convincing Ottawa that national pharmacare
program is a priority |
|
2 |
Premier Williams should
release names and costs of Lower Churchill consultants
immediately |
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July 2004
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30 |
Government presence in
Labrador downgraded: Decisions being made out of St. John's
without local input |
|
30 |
Government backpedals
in face of Opposition criticism: Employees need long term
stability and respect |
|
29 |
Over 40 road
maintenance supervisors cut: Opposition fears for public
safety and want answers |
|
29 |
Sweeney concerned as
plant closes: Workers unable to qualify for Employment
Insurance benefits |
|
29 |
Butler says
Conservative policy devastating rural areas |
|
29 |
Parsons questions
government on Churchill talks |
|
29 |
Time for action: Canada
should pull out of NAFO |
|
28 |
Tories desperate to
stop slide in popularity |
|
27 |
Opposition
comments on establishment of Ottawa office: Highlights lack
of progress on number of issues |
|
27 |
What is
the status of the Strategic Partnership? |
|
26 |
Opposition concerned about
comments by Health Minister: Fears cuts coming to rural
areas of the province |
|
24 |
Government not releasing
details of HRE office closures: Opposition concerned about
transition provisions |
|
23 |
Sweeney
questions government's commitment to building accessibility |
|
23 |
People waiting
months for drivers test: Opposition suspects privatization
on agenda |
|
22 |
Town of Springdale
speaks out: Government fails to consult on yet another
issue |
|
22 |
Energy markets
hungry for new sources: Parsons looking for status of Lower
Churchill negotiations |
|
22 |
Conservative
government preparing for new round of cuts: Opposition
seeks public input on program review |
|
21 |
Parsons
questions appointment of new consumer advocate: What's the
rationale? |
|
20 |
Auto insurance
Freedom of Information request ignored: Sweeney trying to
find accountability in government |
|
19 |
Labour climate
still tense after strike: Opposition says impacts are long
lasting |
|
15 |
Sweeney questions
dialysis commitment |
|
15 |
Reid says
conservation not really a priority |
|
15 |
Parsons says
Springdale courthouse closure another knock on rural
Newfoundland and Labrador |
|
15 |
Parsons says rate
increase unfair |
|
14 |
Opposition wants
details of HRE office closures: What transition provisions
are being put in place |
|
13 |
Burke and Hodder
misleading Stephenville residents |
|
13 |
What is the status of FPI? |
|
9 |
Broken promises
highlight first nine months of Williams government |
|
8 |
Grimes says
Bay St. George abandoned by Williams Government |
|
8 |
Reid disappointed with
schools fees decision: Parents suffer because of government
focus |
|
7 |
Opposition asks for
details on Ireland trip: Butler holds Premier to promise to
be "open and accountable" |
|
7 |
Liberal Opposition caucus
to be held in Corner Brook this weekend |
|
7 |
Sweeney says
government mum on auto insurance: Consumers asking when
changes will be implemented |
|
6 |
Jones pleased that
government listened: Hopes government has learned lesson |
|
6 |
Labour unrest in
province: Barrett questions lack of government involvement |
|
6 |
Is government looking at
privatizing some assets of Hydro? |
|
5 |
Joyce disappointed with
meeting with Education Minister |
|
5 |
Why is Premier Williams
so anxious to have Petro-Canada privatized? |
|
2 |
Joyce says roof should be
raised on new school in Meadows |
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June 2004
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30 |
Premier and
Justice Minister not committed to Corner Brook |
|
30 |
Sweeney demands road
repairs: Harvey Street, Harbour Grace in deplorable
condition |
|
29 |
Joyce says road work
announcement for Bay of Islands a sham |
|
24 |
Williams and
Conservatives showed true colours during session of House:
Liberal Opposition will continue to question government
during summer |
|
24 |
School situation
being ignored by minister: Sweeney demands action |
|
24 |
Joyce says Corner
Brook being shortchanged by government |
|
18 |
Thistle says road
work announcement not good enough: Buchans highway project
ignored |
|
17 |
Salmon licences
unavailable: Government policy change hurting anglers |
|
17 |
Jones criticizes
government for ending Labrador IT program: Smart Labrador
to close doors |
|
16 |
Government refuses to
proclaim Access to Information legislation: Another broken
election promise |
|
15 |
More money needed for road
work, says Reid |
|
11 |
Public Service
Week morale destroyed by Williams government |
|
9 |
Sweeney upset
with registration mail-outs: Government should phase in
change |
|
9 |
Barrett pleased with
Arnold's Cove announcement: Plant to remain open |
|
9 |
Langdon pleased
with Trinity North amalgamation |
|
7 |
Grimes says now is the
time to get a written commitment |
|
7 |
Education Minister botches
board reform: New hiring against the law? |
|
5 |
Parsons says
government not being accountable during legislative debates |
|
4 |
Joyce says government
rushing education legislation through House of Assembly |
|
4 |
Government in disarray
after series of legislative blunders |
|
3 |
Parsons concerned with
lack of action: PC relationship with Ottawa shattered |
|
2 |
Health minister
refuses to answer questions on health board consolidation |
|
2 |
Parsons concerned for
consumers: Layoffs and higher rates will hurt economy |
|
1 |
Parsons concerned
with pullout of insurance companies: Government
inaccessibility cited as major concern |
|
1 |
Jones Responds To The LMN
Forestry Agreement |
|
1 |
Jones Says The Future Of
Five-Wing Goose Bay Is Critical To Labrador |
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|
31 |
Bill 30 contains
little for consumers: Opposition to voice concerns during
insurance debate |
|
31 |
Transportation Minister
in conflict again: Grant should be transferred to Labrador
South Coast |
|
31 |
Fee increases excessive:
Government refuses to deny tourism being impacted |
|
31 |
Government doing
nothing to secure future of Five-Wing Goose Bay |
|
28 |
Thistle says credit rating
announcement confirms that we're not on the verge of
bankruptcy |
|
28 |
Andersen
Expresses Heart-Felt Emotion As Inuit Land Claim
Ratification Vote Is Successful |
|
27 |
Grimes says government
continues to mislead public: Minister caught providing
false information to House of Assembly |
|
27 |
Where's the resignation?
Minister tries to cover up firing of Petroleum Pricing
Commissioner |
|
27 |
Commitment broken on
Cartwright community gym: Education minister fails to come
through |
|
27 |
MHA Foote Stands Up For
Regional Economic Boards |
|
27 |
Grimes Questions
Minister Whelan on Gas Price Instability |
|
26 |
Reid Demands Answers
From Rideout |
|
26 |
Grimes says budget
proves Premier not being open and accountable with the
people |
|
26 |
Insurance reform
coming soon? Lawyers put ahead of young drivers |
|
26 |
Health money to be clawed
back? Health Minister refuses to commit funds |
|
26 |
More Government Bungling;
Minister Whelan Uninformed In Her Own Department |
|
25 |
Do Government Members
support HRE office closures? No evidence that move will
actually save money |
|
21 |
Thistle keeps government
accountable: Petroleum Products office to stay in Grand
Falls-Windsor |
|
21 |
Sweeney Questions
Whelan On Public Safety |
|
21 |
Andersen Stands Up
For Labradorians On The North Coast |
|
21 |
Another cash grab: Park
users unnecessarily taxed by conservative government |
|
20 |
Government MHAs not
consulted regarding budget decisions |
|
20 |
Long weekend a reminder
of government failures: Automobile insurance and gas price
issues bungled |
|
20 |
Reid Accuses
Government Of Political Interference In Funding Allocation |
|
20 |
Reid Presses Williams
On Approach To Fighting Over-fishing |
|
20 |
Williams
In Conflict Of Interest? |
|
19 |
Resolution rejected: Opportunity to push federal/provincial
issues lost |
|
19 |
Minister confirms
long-term care facility will not be built during four year
mandate |
|
19 |
MHA Joyce
Receives Confirmation That Corner Brook Will Fall Victim To
Job Losses And Office Closures |
|
19 |
Jones brings highway issues
to estimates committee: Minister rejects compromise |
|
19 |
Williams Government Bungles Again
Joyce slams government's
decision to close Department of Finance office in Corner
Brook |
|
18 |
Joyce slams government's
decision to close Department of Finance office in Corner
Brook |
|
18 |
Petroleum Products
watchdog let go: Government not committed to regulation |
|
18 |
PUB increases unfair:
Labrador Coast hardest hit |
|
18 |
Williams Denies
Accountability Again |
|
18 |
Jones speaking out keeps
services: Driving tests and sports subsidy to continue in
district |
|
18 |
Will automobile
insurance legislation ever be tabled in the House of
Assembly? |
|
17 |
Sweeney outraged
with driver examination closures: Government Services
Department in shambles |
|
14 |
Parsons says all three
parties should work together to get provincial issues
addressed during federal election |
|
14 |
Reid Demands Assistance
for Lobster Harvesters |
|
13 |
Government attacking
rural Newfoundland and Labrador: Actions indicative of
water street decision-making |
|
13 |
Foote says Estimates
Committee for Business Department should be postponed until
the Premier is available to answer questions |
|
13 |
Thistle upset with
cut to student jobs: Decision to hit rural areas hard |
|
12 |
Everything's on the chopping
block: Jones says heart being cut out of Labrador |
|
12 |
Lobster gear destroyed in
severe storm: Will government provide relief? |
|
12 |
Joyce says Justice Minister's
plan to train RNC officers in Corner Brook nothing more than
a public relations stunt |
|
12 |
Where is the money
for the long-term care facility in Corner Brook, asks Joyce |
|
12 |
House of Assembly to
debate ferry rates: Another broken PC promise says Langdon |
|
11 |
Gateway to
province? Safe-haven for tractor trailers in Port aux
Basques |
|
11 |
Whalen causing
unsafe roads: Weigh scale closures just the beginning? |
|
11 |
Sweeney raises
school issue: Sullivan says MHA wasting his time |
|
11 |
Opposition responds
to HRLE office closures: Poor people will suffer because of
cuts |
|
11 |
Grimes says job cuts
another example of government's growing credibility deficit |
|
11 |
PPPC to remain but
who will be there? Will Central Newfoundland face other
cuts? |
|
11 |
Premier should release
detailed itinerary: What representation is really being
made? |
|
10 |
Reid Demands
Answers on Transfer of License |
|
7 |
Reid upset with number of
teachers being eliminated from school system |
|
6 |
Job cuts at College of the
North Atlantic are a direct result of the provincial budget |
|
5 |
Joyce says closing House of
Assembly will do nothing to address west coast issues |
|
4 |
House should stay
open: MHA says Labrador issues forgotten by government |
|
4 |
Government can't
take the heat? House shut for a week |
|
4 |
Parsons disappointed with
government's decision to close House of Assembly |
|
4 |
Grimes says the passage of
Bill 18 marks a sad day for the Province's labour movement |
|
3 |
Cheap parliamentary
trick used to stifle public concerns: Health petition
rejected by government |
|
1 |
Province failing to make
case on custodial management: Minister and government not
being forceful enough on issue |
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29 |
Government trying to shut
down the House of Assembly - No sense of urgency on
legislative agenda |
|
29 |
Government causing another
major strike in the province |
|
29 |
Tories quickly falling
from grace: Local MHAs need to take responsbility |
|
29 |
Jackman's comments
inexcusable: MHA turns back on district |
|
28 |
Jones shows concern for
seniors |
|
28 |
Andersen presses
Transport Minister on ferries |
|
28 |
Parsons keeps Justice
Minister on his toes |
|
28 |
Finance Minister
and Labour Minister contradict Premier: Agreements are in
place! |
|
28 |
Government stifling
debate: Ramming back to work legislation through
legislature |
|
27 |
Thistle presents
petition on behalf of students in Grand Falls-Buchans |
|
26 |
Public sector unions strike
- Day 26: Grimes berates Williams in House over back to
work legislation |
|
26 |
Joyce says school board
appointment politically motivated |
|
22 |
Opposition Leader
forces galleries open to the public |
|
21 |
Opposition Leader
Proves the Bond Rating Agencies feel NL is still strong
economically; Tory statement is a lie |
|
21 |
Rough year for
fishers, plantworkers and communities in Southern Labrador |
|
21 |
New ferry schedule for
Apollo is politically motivated |
|
20 |
Public
sector unions strike - Day 20: Government's Essential
Employees forced into public galleries instead of into
essential work - Grimes |
|
19 |
Another commitment
broken: Where's the insurance Bill? |
|
15 |
Health Minister denies
funding for Alzheimer Drugs: Supports unnecessary spending
on the Labrador ferry |
|
15 |
Petroleum Products office
staying put: Opposition pressure forces commitment from
Premier |
|
15 |
Fuel price regulation in
jeopardy? Critic demands answers |
|
14 |
Public sector
unions strike - Day 14: Grimes pushes for meaningful, face
to face negotiations |
|
13 |
Jones Wants to know
why Rideout turned his back on the people of Labrador for
the people in his own district |
|
6 |
Vehicle and housing
allowances should be axed in an effort to achieve fiscal
savings |
|
6 |
Motor Vehicle fees
prohibitive: Predicts increase in violations |
|
6 |
Grimes suggests
Opposition and Government agree to media blackout |
|
5 |
Government trying to shut
down House to avoid public scrutiny |
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March 2004
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31 |
Budget creating a social
deficit: Poor people will feel the pain of cuts |
|
30 |
Opposition opposed to
cuts to Municipal Operating Grants: Wants commitment on GST
transfer |
|
30 |
User fees to subsidize
government services: Alternative form of taxation an
unnecessary burden |
|
30 |
Budget will kill
provincial economy: Opposition questions government
strategy |
|
30 |
Health Care the big loser
in today's budget |
|
30 |
Education takes a big hit
in Budget |
|
30 |
"Horrific Provincial
Budget" says Opposition Leader |
|
29 |
Over 1000 jobs to be cut
in Provincial Budget |
|
29 |
Andersen raises
auditorium during question period: Holds hope for budget |
|
26 |
Is government wavering
on custodial management? |
|
26 |
Why has the Fisheries
Minister abandoned the fishery in 2J3KL? |
|
25 |
How many teaching
positions will be eliminated? |
|
25 |
Not committed to health
care: Government Members stand in House to vote down
resolution |
|
25 |
No commitment on
long-term care for Corner Brook |
|
25 |
Joyce pleased with
discontinuance of court proceedings |
|
24 |
Government insurance
plan a flop: Premier and Minister catering to insurance
companies and lawyers |
|
23 |
What fee increases for
health care does this government have planned? |
|
22 |
Parsons says Health
Minister not being open and accountable |
|
22 |
Premier still
negotiating in public: May legislate workers back if strike
occurs |
|
21 |
Conservatives break
another promise on first day of House: Using heavy handed
approach to pass legislation quickly |
|
19 |
No Openness, No
Accountability: Minister hides ferry report behind FOI Act |
|
19 |
Reid concerned with
possible health care reductions: Throne Speech confirms
health care cuts on the way |
|
18 |
Opposition criticizes
insurance plan: Says more savings for consumers are
achievable |
|
17 |
Insurance companies
getting richer: Consumers paying the price |
|
17 |
Opposition Leader
says Throne Speech will provide government the opportunity
to outline their intentions on election promises |
|
12 |
Joyce says new health money
should ensure that MRI is established immediately |
|
12 |
Report raises more
questions regarding true financial picture |
|
11 |
Minister's involvement
made fishery problem worse, Taylor left scrambling and
shrimp fishery in crisis |
|
10 |
Other provinces can
reform insurance, Williams afraid of lawyers and insurers? |
|
10 |
Why is the Premier
presenting a false financial picture? |
|
10 |
Opposition Leader says
results of poll are telling |
|
9 |
Cancer clinic
essential: Thistle asks for support of PC MHAs |
|
9 |
Fuel prices
skyrocketing: Sullivan leaves low income earners in the
cold |
|
4 |
Williams' insurance
commitment a failure: 120 day deadline to exceed a full
year |
|
3 |
Opposition Leader
asks for cost breakdown of program review consultants |
|
3 |
Parsons asks for
update on discussions for the transfer of Hibernia shares to
the province |
|
1 |
Reid upset with decision
to downgrade literacy program |
|
1 |
Joyce says renovations for MRI
no excuse for delay |
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February 2004
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27 |
Grimes will seek further
legal advice over leak issue |
|
27 |
Voisey's Bay agreement
has teeth, but government has no bite |
|
25 |
Grimes calls for Natural
Resources Minister to resign |
|
24 |
Principal
beneficiaries at last; offshore provisions to be discussed
later this week |
|
23 |
Joyce disappointed
with lack of focus on forestry |
|
23 |
Government
restructuring diminishes importance of key files |
|
19 |
Opposition Leader asks
Comptroller General to review claims |
|
18 |
Opposition critiques
first 100 days of Williams government
134 Commitments (.wpd file) |
|
18 |
Over $10,000 spent on
travel in first three weeks as Minister - Ministerial budget
misused, is this leading by example? |
|
17 |
Government must release
marine study: Let people judge for themselves |
|
17 |
Thistle says
cancer clinic should also be announced |
|
16 |
Premier reinforces
stereotypes in national media: Says MHAs are "completely
drunk" |
|
16 |
Minister resorts
to personal attacks |
|
16 |
Mines and Energy
Minister intimidated by Inco |
|
14 |
Opposition Critic commends
Food Security Network: Government must act on Report |
|
13 |
Stephenville
hospital being mothballed? Weak MHAs hurting health care |
|
13 |
Insurance reform to
be delayed, what happened to promises? New Minister not
accountable |
|
13 |
Why is government not
enforcing Voisey's Bay agreement? |
|
13 |
New document confirms
Premier gave misleading statement regarding finances |
|
12 |
Finance Minister
misleads public once again |
|
12 |
Langdon concerned
with Fisheries Minister's position |
|
12 |
Travel Guide
indicates preference of government: Minister refuses to
address conflict of interest |
|
11 |
Grimes calls upon
Atlantic Premiers to oppose federal gas taxes |
|
11 |
Premier continues to
demonstrate his "lead by example" approach |
|
11 |
Garbage piling up:
Time for mayor and minister to get their act together |
|
10 |
Finance Minister now
willing to listen to public sector workers? |
|
10 |
Opposition comments on
Fish Processing Review: Recommendations need more
development and discussion |
|
10 |
Opposition Leader calls
for government to open the House of Assembly |
|
10 |
Critic wants
commitment on fees: Are Special Operating Agencies on the
way? |
|
9 |
MHA reassures CBN
dialysis patients |
|
9 |
Labour uncertainty causing
problems in government operations |
|
9 |
Joyce says Premier
misleading the public on office renovations |
|
6 |
Williams shows lack of
respect for Labrador Metis people: Breaks commitment made
during election |
|
6 |
Questions surround
Federal gas tax statements |
|
6 |
Nursing crisis in Labrador
just the beginning: Indication of future for whole province |
|
5 |
Opposition Critic forces
Tories to level with students |
|
5 |
Office renovations
essential for Williams? |
|
5 |
Opposition shocked at
handling of shrimp issue: Auction "Proposal" not fully
developed |
|
5 |
Opposition Leader asks
for release of documents |
|
4 |
Critic pressures
government on post-secondary issues: Will Conservative
government keep election promises? |
|
4 |
Opposition claims
Finance Minister contradicts Premier |
|
2 |
Premier Misinformed:
Finance Minister's statement at odds with Premier's |
|
2 |
Final report full of
changes: New information at government direction |
|
1 |
Williams not keeping promise
on CHST: Province should have pushed issue at First
Ministers Meeting |
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January 2004
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30 |
Finance Minister asked
to disclose true debt payments |
|
30 |
Thistle asks for
update on student loan transfer |
|
29 |
Is Government committed
to provoking a strike? Leaked document indicates government
direction |
|
29 |
Opposition Leader questions
spending priorities |
|
28 |
Premier encouraging
labour strife: Was cabinet and caucus left in the dark
again? |
|
27 |
Grimes says
Conservative approach on pensions wrong: More evidence of
government right wing agenda |
|
27 |
Afghanistan Tragedy -
Roger Grimes, Leader of the Opposition |
|
23 |
Structural changes to be
discussed at cabinet retreat |
|
23 |
Did Taylor know about DFO
job cuts? Opposition wants to know if Province objected to
cuts |
|
23 |
Does Williams
government believe in forced amalgamation? |
|
23 |
E-mail admits client
service being compromised: Urgent need for more front line
workers at HRE |
|
22 |
Opposition critic is
expecting layoffs: Cuts will be more drastic than initially
expected |
|
22 |
Thistle questions
government's inaction on equalization |
|
22 |
Thistle says no
heating fuel rebate will hurt low income families |
|
20 |
Premier and
Ministers unsure of position on Trans Labrador Highway |
|
20 |
Opportunity to strengthen
our place in Canada: Grimes says Conservatives not making
case |
|
19 |
Grimes questions $350,000
tunnel study |
|
19 |
What impact would
privatization and contracting out have on civil servants |
|
16 |
Tories using budget
excuse to cancel projects |
|
16 |
Opposition Leader
predicts transfer of Hibernia shares to Province |
|
15 |
Sweeney believes
government dragging heels on insurance issue |
|
15 |
Rural areas likely to feel
impact of government cuts the most |
|
15 |
Thistle concerned with
impact cuts will have on students |
|
15 |
Would School
Board reorganization save money? |
|
13 |
Andersen says
auditorium a greater priority than tunnel |
|
12 |
Labrador to be
most impacted by cuts: Wage freeze will make it difficult
to recruit professionals |
|
9 |
Liberal Opposition predicts
tuition increase |
|
9 |
Reid concerned with
potential service reductions in his district |
|
9 |
Thistle doubts outcome
of pre-budget consultation process |
|
9 |
Forced amalgamation
and regional government on the agenda? What are the
Conservative plans for municipal government? |
|
9 |
Justice critic upset
with Minister's comments |
|
8 |
Jones says Williams
targeting rural areas with seat reductions |
|
8 |
Joyce asks for
Premier's commitment to long-term health facility in Corner
Brook |
|
8 |
Local MHA concerned
about impact on CBN region |
|
8 |
Foote upset with
Premier's comments that new health facility not essential |
|
8 |
Thistle calls for
release of initial audit report |
|
8 |
Front line workers
still needed: Government creating a social deficit |
|
7 |
Independent audit not
really independent |
|
7 |
Heavy handed
approach will lead to strike: Williams showing poor
leadership style |
|
6 |
Thistle says
Premier's approach to deficit is wrong |
|
5 |
Thistle responds to
results of external audit |
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2 |
Government audit process
being used for political gain |
