Federal budget watchdog has ‘no idea’ who successor will be or when they’ll be named
- Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux stated he has "no idea" who will succeed him after his term ends next month, raising concerns about the vacancy during budget preparation.
- Giroux expressed that parliamentarians will be in "desperate need" of a non-partisan view on the upcoming budget's impact.
- He noted the government will soon present a budget that may include "significant new spending and policy priorities" and cuts.
- Canadian Press has reached out to the Prime Minister's Office and Privy Council Office for comment but has not yet received a response.
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Federal budget watchdog has 'no idea' who successor will be or when they'll be named
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Federal budget watchdog has ‘no idea’ who successor will be or when they’ll be named
OTTAWA — Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux has “no idea” who will be taking over his job when his term ends next month. Giroux, who took on the job in 2018, will mark his final day on September 2. In an interview with The Canadian Press, Giroux said he’s reached out to the Privy Council Office multiple times for information over the last few months, noting that he wants to ensure an “orderly and smooth” transition. He says the government …
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Leaning Left7Leaning Right0Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution78% Left
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L 78%
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