It was six years, I believe, before 1998 when the last increase was made. I would want to make sure that we do not get into a situation where we let that many years go by again. The Minister did say that consideration was being given to an annual increase based on the CPI. When will the decision be made? When will the Minister commit to advising the committee that he has indeed agreed to an annual adjustment, based on the CPI, on the food basket.
Charles Dent on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on June 29th, 2000. See this statement in context.
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
June 29th, 2000
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