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Sweeney encourages public to become involved in insurance debate through public meetings this week February 8th, 2005
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George Sweeney, Opposition Government Services Critic and
MHA for Carbonear-Harbour Grace District, says upcoming insurance review
hearings and public consultations are an opportunity for members of the
general public to voice their frustrations and concerns with current and
proposed automobile insurance legislation. "I would encourage all members of the public to make representation at these meetings and to read over the terms of reference and consultant’s report (available at www.pub.nl.ca)," said Sweeney. "Some of the possible reforms could drastically change the insurance system in this province and it is essential that the views of the public are heard and understood by government and the Public Utilities Board (PUB). "The government appointed Consumer Advocate will be holding meetings this week to explain the various reform options and to receive feedback from the public. I encourage all members of the public to attend these sessions being held across the province." Sweeney says he has concerns with the way government has addressed the insurance issue since taking office in 2003. "I have stated since last year that the reform package passed in the House of Assembly will not address the long-term problems in the insurance industry. I will be seeking further premium reductions that consumers should have received over the past 12 months." Meetings will be held in St. John’s February 8th
at the Fairmont Newfoundland, Grand Falls-Windsor February 9th at
the Mount Peyton Hotel, and Corner Brook February 10th at the
Glynmill Inn. The sessions are all being held from 7:30-9:30pm and are open
to all members of the public. |
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