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BCNDP legislature wraps up

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 12 May, 2023 10:22 AM

The B-C N-D-P government has ended its spring legislative session after passing 25 pieces of legislation, including laws that allow police to seize proceeds of crime.

But the sitting also ends in turmoil after an Ernst and Young audit found mismanagement at Crown corporation B-C Housing.

Opposition B-C United Leader Kevin Falcon says the report uncovers a scandal that points toward Premier David Eby, while Eby says the review will ultimately strengthen the province's response to the housing crisis.

Yesterday was our last day in session for the spring. Since we began, we passed a total of 25 pieces of legislation that make life better for you and your family. There's so much more work to do, but working together, we can make BC a better place for everyone. pic.twitter.com/jVtyTM7pDE
— David Eby (@Dave_Eby) May 12, 2023

We’re in stoppage time for the Spring Legislative session, and it’s time for one last pep talk before the last match of the season…. #bcunited. ⚽️ #bcpoli pic.twitter.com/kUc6b1hJut
— BC United Caucus (@BCUnitedCaucus) May 11, 2023

The B-C Greens say it focused its efforts during the 11-week session on forward-looking actions, such as tabling amendments on pay equity and proposing a four-day work week pilot program.

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