Newfoundland and Labrador's government plans to table its provincial budget despite protests by fishers outside the legislature. Demonstrations turned chaotic on Wednesday, resulting in injuries and an injunction against blocking access to the building.
Newfoundland and Labrador's government plans to table its provincial budget despite protests by fishers outside the legislature. Demonstrations turned chaotic on Wednesday, resulting in injuries and an injunction against blocking access to the building. Fish harvesters are demanding free market conditions in their industry, claiming it is controlled by a small cartel of companies. Protest leader John Efford stated that they do not intend to block government officials from entering the building.
Police officers are present, and tensions are high as the fishers fight for their businesses and families
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