COLUMN: Report from the Legislature – A whole lot of empty promises

On Nov. 18, the throne speech was delivered, which outlined the NDP’s plans and what Manitobans can expect from the provincial government in this session.

Unfortunately, this speech was chock full of flashy announcements with absolutely no plans to follow through. It outlined the NDP’s commitments to improving healthcare, lowering costs, creating jobs to grow the economy, and keeping communities safe. However, there were no hard commitments, no timelines or measurable outcomes provided, just a whole lot of empty promises.

As of right now, our healthcare system is in an unacceptable state, our crime rates are high, and affordability is increasingly unattainable for Manitobans. Rather than providing Manitobans with solutions and an actionable plan, the NDP’s have chosen to ignore their concerns and instead deliver a throne speech that does not reflect the priorities of Manitobans.

Manitobans need fiscal responsibility, strengthened health care, safer communities, rural investment, responsible environmental and economic policies, and transparent governance, not catchy slogans and half-baked ideas. You deserve results and action, which is why, as your MLA, I will make sure that the NDP government is being held accountable by continuing to advocate for you and ensuring that your concerns are being heard and addressed.

For more updates and information, visit my website at boblagasse.com. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact my constituency office at ca.lagasse@outlook.com or 204-807-4663.