Liberal and NDP MPs Oppose Motion to Cut Governor General’s Salary

Liberal and NDP MPs Oppose Motion to Cut Governor General’s Salary
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon delivers the throne speech in the Senate in Ottawa on Nov. 23, 2021. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
Matthew Horwood
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Liberal and NDP MPs have opposed a proposed budget amendment that would reduce Gov. Gen. Mary Simon’s funding.

Conservative MP Kelly Block sponsored the motion after accusing Rideau Hall of living extravagantly while Canadians turn to food banks amid cost-of-living pressures, according to Blacklock’s Reporter.