Re-election of Newfoundland Liberal's provides opportunity to reset priorities
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Saturday, March 27, 2021
ST. JOHN'S, NL, March 27, 2021 /CNW/ - The election of PremierAndrew Furey with a majority government provides the opportunity for the Liberal government to reset its priorities to improve the lives of workers and their families.
Key Points:
- ST. JOHN'S, NL, March 27, 2021 /CNW/ - The election of PremierAndrew Furey with a majority government provides the opportunity for the Liberal government to reset its priorities to improve the lives of workers and their families.
- Unifor repeatedly called on Furey, and his predecessor Dwight Ball, to increase the Newfoundland minimum wage to $15 an hour.
- "The pandemic has disproportionately hurt low-income earners across Newfoundland and Labrador, including those on the frontline," said MacNeil.
- "Newfoundland and Labrador should be a leader on paid sick days and not be left dragging behind other provinces."