OTTAWA – When it comes to making Parliament accountable, Canadians expect better – and New Democrats have a plan to deliver better.
The NDP proposed three new measures today that could be implemented during the upcoming session and immediately elevate accountability for parliamentarians.
“After months of scandals in Ottawa, Canadians want better from parliamentarians, and the NDP has a plan to raise the bar on accountability,� said NDP Caucus Chair Peter Julian (Burnaby – New Westminster). “We challenge the Conservatives and the Liberals to agree to our proposal and agree to strengthen these rules government MPs and Senators’ behavior.�