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Manitoba Bill 230 Would Shield Councillors From Defamation Suits
The private member’s bill introduced by MLA Stu Briese in Manitoba aimed to extend defamation immunity to municipal councillors for statements made in council meetings. It would not apply to actions outside the chamber and faced opposition citing differences between parliamentary and municipal systems. Proponents argued it would curb frivolous lawsuits and boost candor, while opponents warned it could curb transparency and public accountability.
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Stu Briese
Briese
Association of Manitoba Municipalities
Winnipeg
Canada
Ron Lemieux
Hansard
Lemieux
Tom Novakshonoff
Neepawa
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