Ford Will Appeal Bill 124 Ruling, But Will Not Use Notwithstanding Clause

NorfolkToday.ca

Ford Will Appeal Bill 124 Ruling, But Will Not Use Notwithstanding Clause

Premier Doug Ford says his government won’t use the notwithstanding clause after a court struck down a law that limits wages for public sector workers. But Ford says they still plan to appeal the ruling. A judge struck down Bill 124 Monday, saying it was unconstitutional as it infringes on rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining. The Progressive Conservative government recently used the notwithstanding clause, which allows a g…