ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — A resolution to be voted on by the Newfoundland and Labrador government says a $32,000 pay hike for provincial judges is too rich.
Justice Minister Andrew Parsons today gave notice in the legislature of the resolution rejecting a 14-per-cent salary increase recommended by an independent tribunal.
Debate and a vote are expected Thursday but it should easily pass as the governing Liberals hold majority power.
The resolution rejects the raise for 23 full-time judges and says they will continue to earn just under $216,000 through this fiscal year.
It says the province's finances are much worse since the previous Tory government appointed and reported to the three-person tribunal.
Lower prices have eroded offshore oil revenues as the province forecasts a $1.8-billion deficit this year despite tax and fee hikes.
