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December 2008  Return to Top of Page 15 Lack of youth mental health services must be addressed 11 Butler again encourages government to bring forward mandatory snow tire legislation 11 Lack of leadership impacting aboriginal housing program 11 Government must prepare for any potential AbitibiBowater bankruptcy 10 Parsons disappointed government not willing to support economic summit idea 10 Snowclearing pilot project continues to have gaps 10 Nursing shortage must be taken serious by government 10 Government should bring forward mitigation plan for Labrador West 4 Government again shows their undemocratic practices 4 Opposition cautions Premier not to dismiss economic summit idea 4 MMSB must take more proactive approach to waste management 4 Closure of Grand Falls-Windsor mill a sad day for the province 3 Opposition pushes for changes to MUN legislation 2 Government should use baby bonus surplus to include parents previously omitted 2 Opposition considering legal action regarding House of Assembly Management Commission decision November 2008  Return to Top of Page 27 Opposition again challenges government to bring forward mandatory air inspections in schools 27 Suicide statistics amongst youth a growing concern 25 Premier again using bully tactics against unions 25 Government has no proactive plan to deal with economic crisis 25 Youth mental health issues continue to be ignored by government 21 Life and safety issues must be addressed in Deer Lake 18 Chair’s vote against a funding increase for Opposition a disappointing day for democracy 14 Further changes needed to the Petroleum Pricing Office 13 Government not forthcoming with House of Assembly dates or legislation 12 Hydromet technology another welcomed benefit from the Voisey’s Bay agreement 4 Equalization celebration should be tempered says Opposition October 2008  Return to Top of Page 29 Decision to exclude southwest coast from 24-hour snow clearing pilot project inexcusable 24 Newfoundland and Labrador needs effective long-term child and youth mental health service systems 24 Premier must give straight answers on economic crisis 22 Opposition welcomes Premier Williams’ testimony at Cameron Inquiry; releases correspondence with Commissioner 22 Cameron Inquiry Correspondence (.pdf) 21 Joan Burke continues to mislead public on caucus resources 20 Premier searching hard for another political enemy to replace Stephen Harper 16 Report on Caucus Resources (.pdf)  15 House of Assembly Management Commission nothing more than a sham 10 Jones says health minister must act to rein in health boards 6 Barachois Brook residents need answers 6 Coast of Labrador needs diesel generated energy replaced, not complemented 1 Opposition to push for changes to MUN legislation 1 Parsons questions what impact U.S. financial crisis could have on Lower Churchill development September 2008  Return to Top of Page 30 Jones congratulates Innu on land claims agreement, encourages Metis rights to be recognized 30 Changes needed to ensure priority berthing given to provincial ferries 25 Jones again calls for full-time Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture 25 Department of Environment needs to review process for approving soil disposal sites 22 Postponement of Labrador Winter Games an insult to Labradorians 18 Five years in office, time for Minister to take responsibility for her lack of action 17 Gynecology Oncologists a necessity that must remain in our health care system 16 Premier should start focusing on health and education, not ABC campaign 16 Closure of schools in CBS again demonstrate the need for province-wide air quality inspections 11 Jones angry with increases to prescription dispensing fees in southern Labrador 11 Documents obtained by the Liberal Opposition Office, related to government's interference in MUN presidential search.  (.pdf) 5 Jones urges government to establish campus housing in Labrador West 3 Latest revelations from Cameron Inquiry clearly indicate changes needed to health portfolio leadership August 2008  Return to Top of Page 27 Cancellation of JSS contract a disappointment for province 27 Government must begin addressing health care issues in Labrador West 27 Jones expresses condolences to the family of the late Dr. Leslie Harris 26 Jones urges voters to strengthen Opposition voice 22 Butler calls for action on New Harbour dump 20 Hebron deal still has many unanswered questions 19 Government’s silence deafening on Grand Falls-Windsor mill 6 Premier’s statements on Memorial presidential selection raises more questions 5 Jones continues support for fishers affected by license buy-back program 1 Burke must be removed from Education portfolio July 2008  Return to Top of Page 31 Minister’s casual approach to health care crisis further damaging system 30 Butler calls upon Chancellor Hillier to protect Memorial’s independence 29 Butler says government interference in Memorial University threatening academic autonomy 28 New Harbour Landfill report largely wasted charges Opposition 28 Premiers’ interference damaging University 23 Sandy Pond decision not ideal, but the smarter solution says Opposition 23 Jones calls upon premier to up the profile of the sealing industry 23 Motor Vehicle Registration Centre line-up needs priority attention: Opposition 23 Jones calls for full-time minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture 22 Youth Remand Centre underutilized says Justice Critic 21 Jones says Air Ambulance Service gap not acceptable 18 Opposition Labour Critic concerned with out-of-province injuries 17 Fire up a fuel price impact plan!  Opposition urges Government 16 Non-responsive Air Ambulance Service a grave concern says Jones 11 Housing crisis in Happy Valley-Goose Bay unacceptable says Opposition Leader 3 Milk price increases another worry for low-income families 3 Nursing shortage impacting St. Anthony dialysis unit June 2008  Return to Top of Page 30 Opposition calls for government action to address disability issues in the province 26 Opposition Leader to address Conception Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 26 Health care system continues to spiral into crisis 20 Jones chastises government’s lack of openness and accountability 18 Parsons defends Cameron Inquiry from Premier’s smear campaign 18 Opposition calls for the release of reports on Long Island Causeway 16 Premier must stop interfering in Cameron Inquiry 12 Jones questions lack of consultation with NLMA 9 Adjacency principles must be considered for displaced North Atlantic employees 5 Jones congratulates Daniel Cleary and the Detroit Red Wings on winning the Stanley Cup 5 Jones expresses condolences to the family of Jack Byrne 4 Opposition strengthens Bill 35, but government refuses to address lack of accountability on the sale of assets 4 Funding for Amalgamated Academy welcome news 3 Autism needs must be identified and addressed 3 Butler celebrates local activities during Canadian Environmental Week 2 Opposition brings forth six amendments to strengthen Bill 35 May 2008  Return to Top of Page 29 Opposition pleased midwifery legislation being developed by government 28 Amendments needed to Bill 36 to ensure the protection of aboriginal rights 27 Government brings forth legislation removing oversight of Energy Corporation 22 Premier must brief Andy Wells on Conflict of Interest guidelines 21 Jones questions Rideout resignation 21 Placentia Bay environmental issues must be addressed 21 Opposition disappointed all-party committee into fish license buy-back program rejected by government 20 Government must share Lower Churchill information with public 15 Staffing shortages will leave gap in diabetes services in the province 15 Opposition questions Premier on Andy Wells fundraiser 14 Fire at Botwood school raises more questions about inspection process 12 Government should stop interfering in Cameron Inquiry 8 Jones questions decision to lift petroleum price freezes in Zone 11 8 Butler encourages government to review alternate Torbay by-pass route 7 Opposition disappointed government members defeat home care motion 7 Jones calls for all-party committee into fish license sell-back program 6 Schools losing teaching units as a result of new allocation formula 5 Parsons says better system must be developed to protect historical documents 5 Baby bonus money leaves out many families 5 Jones calls for new protocols and procedures for fire inspections in schools 2 Butler says investment in Multi-Year Capital Works funding positive news for Bay Roberts 1 Jones says Labrador fares well in infrastructure spending, but budget lacks vision for economic growth in region 1 Pathologist shortages are at a crisis level April 2008  Return to Top of Page 30 Little support for home care patients in budget 30 Jones meets with IOC to discuss fly-in, fly-out operation for workers in Labrador 30 Butler disappointed that Conception Bay North long-term care needs not addressed in budget 29 Opposition gives budget mixed reviews 24 Opposition asks for clarification on plan for teepee incinerators 23 Jones calls for school inspections in light of flawed fire inspection process 22 Fire and life safety concerns at public health facilities must be addressed 16 Pathologist shortage a growing concern for the health care sector 16 Government neither open, nor transparent 15 Jones questions lack of transition team for health board amalgamation 15 Premier Williams admits government will take no action to settle class action lawsuit 14 Jones seeks clarification on surgery policy for breast cancer patients 11 Butler questions government commitment to School for the Deaf 10 Jones responds to NAPE concerns related to raising bargaining process issues 10 Jones questions communication protocols as another breast cancer patient is just told about re-testing 10 Mealy Mountains park plan should be outlined 9 Government not prepared to address bargaining for critical nurse shortages 8 Government must remove conflict from government’s Cameron Inquiry liaison team 8 Lack of beds at Health Sciences Centre must be addressed 4 Butler urges government to make restaurant inspection reports more accessible 3 Opposition encourages federal and provincial support in completing St. John’s harbour clean-up 1 Government’s commitment to openness and accountability nothing more than a sham March 2008  Return to Top of Page 31 Jones says funds must be provided to update province’s mammography equipment 19 Parsons challenges decision to approve sale of Burgeo turbot quota 19 Opposition welcomes start of judicial inquiry into faulty breast cancer testing 13 Jones congratulates Waypoints on 30th anniversary 13 Labrador social worker shortage a growing concern 13 Jones encourages government to address audiologist shortage 12 Parsons calls on government to release the names of companies identified in Auditor General’s report 12 Jones questions whether government muzzling Fire Commissioner 12 Jones encourages IOC to provide employment opportunities to all Labradorians 11 Opposition challenges government to address critical upgrades in health care facilities 11 Opposition renews call for comprehensive air quality review in schools 11 Jones congratulates Elizabeth Penashue on receiving National Aboriginal Achievement Award 6 Butler calls for increase to Municipal Operating Grants in upcoming budget 6 Parsons pleased with road work announcement 5 Jones says government’s approach to installation of sprinkler systems hypocritical 3 Jones recognizes International Women’s Week 3 Education Week an opportunity for government to recognize the needs of students and teachers February 2008  Return to Top of Page 29 Butler welcomes $2.6 million investment in road and bridge work for Port de Grave district 28 Opposition says government not being up-front on health care needs of St. John’s hospitals 28 Media Advisory: Opposition Leader to attend events in St. Anthony and Labrador 28 Butler asks for update on snow tire deliberations 27 Opposition Leader responds to federal budget 27 Jones calls for the release of report on condition of Waterford Hospital 26 Butler encourages investment in long-term care for Conception Bay North 21 Opposition calls on Burke to reconsider ISSP recommendations 20 Butler concerned about lack of information from MMSB 19 Jones calls for investigation into province’s foster care system 15 Opposition Leader responds to closure of personal care homes 15 Increased investment needed to ensure safe drinking water 15 Media Advisory: Opposition Leader to attend events in Gander 14 Jones pleased peer reviews to be made public 14 Jones questions the causes of province’s foster care shortage 13 Jones pleased Premier rethinks decision on Wells appointment 13 Butler calls for review of MMSB mandate 12 Butler encourages government to reflect on budgetary needs of teachers during Teacher-Staff Appreciation Week 8 Opposition questions privacy protection at educational institutions 8 Butler asks for update on contaminated chlorine 7 Opposition charges infection control plan inadequate 6 Parsons calls for details of funding approvals raised in Auditor General report 6 Government did not follow recommendations on food safety 5 Premier evading statutory responsibility 5 Protections not in place for public money 5 Government not monitoring educational institutions 5 Opposition thanks outgoing LG, welcomes new LG 1 Water quality problems raise concerns 1 Jones says Wells’ decision undermines PUB independence and effectiveness 1 Jones encourages government to act quickly on Auditor General recommendations 1 Parsons says government assurances on privacy protection is cold comfort to victims January 2008 Return to Top of Page 30 Butler challenges government’s commitment to national road safety initiatives 29 Jones says family violence study too limited 28 Most recent security breach indicates significant problem in government’s information protection policies 25 Debt clock an attempt to manipulate pre-budget consultations 24 Butler lobbies Transportation Minister to implement mandatory winter tire legislation 23 Parsons encourages public participation in budget consultations 23 Jones challenges government’s decision not to intervene in Eastern Health’s court application 22 Jones asking for fair and consistent health care coverage for residents of Southern Labrador 22 Jones asks for clarity in scope of PET scan purchase promised by government 17 Jones congratulates Wayne Russell on being selected for the Medal of Bravery 17 Opposition calls for mandatory winter tire legislation for all vehicles in Newfoundland and Labrador 10 Opposition wants update on struggling tire recycling program 9 Liberal Opposition launches new website 7 Opposition continues to encourage government to eliminate insurance tax