Ottawa royal commission favors tougher drug penalties
The LeCain commission interim report proposes penalties for illegal drug possession from marijuana to heroin. The government rejects a flat 100 dollar cap, plans final report review, may shift marijuana to the food and drugs act, and pursue education and research on drug use and effects. Stakeholders differ, with Liberal and opposition voices calling for lighter penalties and more attention to prevention.
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Enforcement cost out of proportion
Ottawa reports from the LeCain commission interim on nonmedical drug use call for harsher penalties for marijuana and shifting control to the Food and Drugs Act. It keeps possession as a can offence, caps penalties at a $100 fine, and urges limits on trafficking definitions and police methods. It also advocates prescription restrictions on certain drugs and closer controls on amphetamines and barbiturates.
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Heath wins outright majority in British election
London reports Conservative victory as Edward Heath defeats Harold Wilson to secure a Commons majority. Heath becomes premier and may seek a three-term tenure, with Labour seats reduced and market reaction mixed as results finalize on page two.
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Horner filibuster could block grain act passage
In Ottawa the Horner filibuster threatened to block the government grain bill in the Commons while Jack Turner and Ken Eshinski pressed the clauses. Horner warned he would hold up the bill until the June 26 recess if needed as debate on protein grading of wheat dominated committee meetings. The measure aims to replace the Canada Grains Act and would allow wheat grading by protein content, with farmers expected to benefit quickly once enacted.
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Main spending estimates win approval in House
In Ottawa the House passed the main spending estimates of 1987 88 amid inflation salvos against labor restraint. Finance Minister Edgar Bagnon and Corporate Affairs Minister Ron Basford attacked unions for opposing the prices and incomes commission. Opposition leader Stanfield called the anti inflation policy hard boiled and cruel while NDP leader Douglas defended organized labor and the commission. The votes on four divisions ranged from 142 to 27 to 109 in a 264 seat Commons with Liberal 153 Conservative 72 NDP 23 Creditistes 13 independent 2 and one vacancy. The measure advances to the Senate ending opposition day debates on inflation policy.
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City takes over Medicine Hat transit for 97000
The city has bought Medicine Hat Transportation Company for 97000. It acquires 13 buses including four from last year, all other equipment, and buys out the three owners. Fare prices stay unchanged. bus drivers get a 25 cent hourly raise now, with no further raises for five years. The move is expected to save operating costs and reduce fuel taxes.
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Minister charged attempted murder in race tensions
In a chaotic scene in Virains and Des Alpines Iowa a minister faced attempted murder charges after a shooting and bombings during post clash unrest. Police say the violence injured over a dozen people as attackers also damaged vehicles and stole supplies during the deadly confrontation that followed a Cotebeenviet incident. Stephen Wheeie died during a chase at a farmer watch site.
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Heath would rather switch than lose
Edward Richard George Peath enters the British election campaign amid distaste for losses at the hustings. Heath’s stiff, formal image contrasts with rising voter warmth as he strides to connect with voters, predicting victory despite polls showing defeat. His elite education and early Conservative stance frame debates on leadership and policy.
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