Helen Conway Ottenheimer is asking for an urgent review of the staffing levels and resources provided to the Crown Attorney's Office.
Opposition Shadow Justice Minister, Helen Conway Ottenheimer says the need for more crown prosecutors is a “serious issue that cannot continue to be ignored by government.” The Newfoundland and Labrador Crown Attorneys Association (NLCAA) has once again raised the alarm over a severe shortage of Crown prosecutors. Stats Canada recently released data showing a dramatic rise in crime across Newfoundland and Labrador. According to recent reports, crown prosecutors are struggling with unprecedented workloads, leading to significant delays in legal proceedings and retention issues. Conway Ottenheimer is asking for an urgent review of the staffing levels and resources provided to the Crown Attorney's Office.
Corner Brook's 53rd annual Winter Carnival is into Day 5
MHA's heading back to their seats in the House of Assembly on Monday to start the spring session
Forestry department now responsible for the Emergency Services Branch aligning with wildfire suppression
Trans Canada Highway through the Wreckhouse area is now open
Impaired driver charged in Deer Lake Saturday afternoon
