The provincial government says a budget is in the works and will be delivered soon, even as the House of Assembly is set to reopen next week for the tabling of another interim supply bill.
Former Finance Minister Tom Osborne tabled a six month interim supply bill back in March when COVID-19 effectively shut normal operations down.
Government says it is committed to delivering a budget in the coming weeks, and that remains their plan, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Former Finance Minister, Tom Osborne.
Details on interim supply, including the period it will cover, is part of ongoing discussions between the Government House Leader and his counterparts in the other parties, according to the Department of Finance.
A department official says they are looking at an interim supply period that will provide adequate time for budget debate and estimates committee meetings.
An update on budget timing and the interim supply bill will be provided prior to next week’s opening of the House of Assembly.
Budget is Furey’s “Campaign Document”: Crosbie
Opposition Leader Ches Crosbie says Premier Andrew Furey promised a budget would be presented and voted on by the House of Assembly.
He says a budget needs to be put before the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. Crosbie calls it Furey’s campaign document and he wants to know what he intends to do with the province’s massive expenditure problems while creating jobs, hope, and a vibrant economy.
Meanwhile, NDP Leader Alison Coffin, who previously indicated she would not support another interim supply bill, will offer further comment on the matter later today.
