Ottawa halts 19 federal relocations to save 200 million
Treasury Board President Sinclair Stevens announces cancellations and deferrals of 19 planned department moves, with 9 relocations proceeding under a decentralization plan. The policy aims to save 200 million, keep 3,700 Ottawa staff, and avoid widespread community shifts while delaying or cancelling moves nationwide.
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Gas exploration declining amid export market limits
Calgary consultant Albert Boykin testifies for Pan-Alberta Gas at National Energy Board hearings that natural gas exploration is falling due to lack of export markets. He notes drilling may exceed 1978 but seismic work is 30 percent below last year, risking future drilling declines without new export sales.
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No time for tax cuts says Crosbie in Ottawa
Finance Minister John Crosbie says the budget will not rush tax cuts or new stimulative programs. He warned the October budget may reflect higher spending commitments and a smaller deficit, with forecasts showing an $11.3 billion shortfall versus Chretien's $12.9 billion projection.
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Energy mobilization board advances in House panel
The House interior committee tentatively approves a five member energy mobilization board to speed up up to 24 high priority projects with limits on yearly designations. Democrats warn of tough debate over powers amid conflicts over synthetic fuels, water use, and environmental concerns. A final vote was delayed until after Labor Day.
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Socreds Begin Talks on Future of Alberta Social Credit
EDMONTON The four man Socred caucus opened discussions on the party's future with no firm plans. Leader Bob Clark said the aim is to show a viable provincial alternative rooted in the grass roots, while Ray Speaker warned of potential financial crises that could force new ideas. The group ruled out mergers and hinted at a possible founding convention in Calgary this November.
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Double miracle insured for Spokane priests maternity plan
In Spokane the diocese faces a quirk in its Blue Cross plan where priests pay 30 cents monthly for maternity benefits they cannot use due to celibacy. The Rev Theodoric DeJong jokes that a double miracle would be needed for a priest to claim maternity benefits, noting a Seattle nun group faces a similar issue.
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Medicine Hat mayor protests terminal size in letter
Mayor Milt Reinhardt sends a letter to Environment Minister Henry Kroeger protesting the planned Medicine Hat airport terminal. He calls the twofold scaling insufficient, says it will be crowded and out of date in five years, and urges a reassessment while noting Grande Prairie's larger terminal. He acts independently.
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Desai resigns leadership as India enters coalition deal
Morarji Desai announced his resignation as head of the Janata party in Parliament after losing to Charan Singh in a leadership struggle. Congress leaders including Y B Chavan will join Singh's coalition, with cabinet posts under the new prime minister.
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