Conservatives Say Virtual Commons Proceedings Allow Government to Dodge Scrutiny

Conservatives Say Virtual Commons Proceedings Allow Government to Dodge Scrutiny
The House of Commons chamber is seen empty in Ottawa on April 8, 2020 . The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
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OTTAWA—Conservative MPs will oppose a government proposal today to return to a hybrid format in the House of Commons, which has allowed MPs to participate virtually in proceedings during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conservative deputy leader Candice Bergen says her party fears hybrid sittings “let the government off the hook” and give ministers an excuse not to turn up to answer questions in the Commons.