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Kelvin Parsons, MHA for Burgeo-La Poile, is asking
Fisheries and Aquiculture Minister Trevor Taylor and Premier Danny Williams
what representation has been made to the federal government in relation to
the future of five Coast Guard Communications and Traffic stations in the
province.
"These offices represent a significant presence
in these locations and provide valuable services to marine traffic and as a
province, we should be making our case to the Federal Government," said
Parsons. "The station in Port aux Basques handles all traffic flowing
in and out of the gulf of St. Lawrence, a busy international waterway. It is
essential that these stations remain in the communities where they can
provide the best service.
The Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans has
confirmed that a review of centres is underway across the country.
"I want the Minister to let us know what actions
he or the conservative government have taken to prevent the closure or
relocation of these stations. I ask him to release any reports or letters
that have been sent at this point to make the position of this province
clear."
The Coast Guard stations are located in Happy
Valley-Goose Bay, St. Anthony, Port aux Basques, Placentia and St. John’s. |