Bloc Québécois Pressures Liberals with Pension Hike Demand
Bloc threatens to withdraw support from the Liberal minority government if pension increase for seniors aged 65-74 is not approved by October 29.
Overview
- The Bloc Québécois is demanding a 10% increase in Old Age Security (OAS) payments for seniors between the ages of 65 and 74.
- Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet has set an ultimatum for the Liberal government to approve the pension hike by October 29.
- The proposed pension increase would cost an estimated $16 billion over five years, adding to the national debt.
- The Bloc has indicated it will initiate discussions with other opposition parties to bring down the government if their demands are not met.
- The Liberal government has survived a second non-confidence vote, with the NDP and Bloc Québécois voting against a Conservative motion.