The Minister keeps saying that, but we get a different answer from the union. I guess this is where the difficulty arises. The union keeps saying it is not gender bias free. Obviously, this impasse is difficult for them and it is obviously a difficult position for you. Previously, the Minister stated that he was not interested in a three-member panel because, my recollection is, he stated he wanted a made-in-the-north solution to this. My understanding was that he wanted the representation from the north. Well, Mr. Speaker, the made-in-the- north solution, why can the government not accept to go for a three-member panel, if it can be settled within two or three weeks? Could the Minister tell us if he can find representation here in the north? Will he go for a three-member panel with qualified people in the north?
Jake Ootes on Question 612-13(5): Resolution Of Collective Bargaining Impasse
In the Legislative Assembly on June 2nd, 1998. See this statement in context.
Supplementary To Question 612-13(5): Resolution Of Collective Bargaining Impasse
Question 612-13(5): Resolution Of Collective Bargaining Impasse
Item 6: Oral Questions
June 1st, 1998
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