The Liberal government is calling to extend House of Commons hours to allow for evening sittings citing legislative obstruction from the Conservatives.
The Tories say the move to extend hours is an “excuse” to undermine government accountability at parliamentary committees.
“Conservatives continue to obstruct legislation from coming to a vote,” Liberal House Leader Mark Holland wrote in a Twitter post on Nov. 10.
“The government intends to move a motion to ensure Canadians get results from their MPs. Our motion will allow for evening sittings so there is more time to debate legislation.”
Typical sitting hours for the House are between about 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on days other than Monday and Friday, on which days the House convenes and adjourns at earlier times than usual. The House also convenes at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays….