Doerkson outlines finance review, ER commission and plan to lower taxes
B.C. Conservative Lorne Doerkson, described as premier-designate, has set out urgent priorities that include an independent finance review, an emergency room commission and a plan to lower taxes.
Reported by Vancouver Is Awesome; confirmation from the B.C. Conservatives or provincial officials pending.
Illustrative photoB.C. Conservative Lorne Doerkson, described as British Columbia's premier-designate, has set out what he calls urgent priorities for governing, according to a Vancouver Is Awesome report. They cover provincial finances, emergency rooms and taxes.
Why it matters
The commitments touch on public finances, emergency room services and taxation. They are stated intentions rather than enacted policy, and the detail of how they are carried out will shape their effect.
What we know
- Doerkson is described as British Columbia's premier-designate and as a B.C. Conservative.
- He said his government will launch an independent review of the province's finances.
- He said it will set up a commission on keeping emergency rooms open.
- He said it will make a plan to lower taxes.
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