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News Releases'Independent' Dalton Had Answers Prepared by Department of Energy Staff
June 5, 2013
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil and energy critic Andrew Younger are questioning the independence of NDP-hired consultant John Dalton after it was revealed Department of Energy staff had responded to written questions from interveners on Dalton’s behalf. (more)
Evidence is Overwhelming that NDP-Maritime Link Deal is Not Best Option for Ratepayers
May 28, 2013
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil and Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger continue to believe the Maritime Link agreement approved by the NDP government does not represent the lowest cost option for ratepayers, and does not represent the best interests of Nova Scotians. (more)
Public Encouraged to Express Opinions of Maritime Link Project
May 17, 2013
Liberal Energy and Environment Critic Andrew Younger is encouraging Nova Scotians and business operators to voice their opinions of the Maritime Link mega-project during the public hearing of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB). (more)
Evidence Shows Muskrat Falls Not Lowest Long-Term Cost Option for Nova Scotians: Liberals
April 17, 2013
Evidence filed today by the province’s Consumer Advocate and Small Business Advocate concluded the Maritime Link project being driven by the NDP government and Nova Scotia Power is not the best deal for Nova Scotians. (more)
Liberal Caucus Calls for Emergency Debate on Maritime Link
April 2, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger has called for an emergency debate today in the House of Assembly on the accelerated timeline the NDP government has ordered for the Maritime Link project hearing. (more)
NDP Punish Auditor General for $27 Million Discovery: Younger
April 1, 2013
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger says the NDP government has responded to repeated criticism from Auditor General Jacques Lapointe by overturning a decision by an all-party committee that gave Lapointe’s office a marginal budget increase. (more)
NSP Fails to Comply with UARB Order, Again: Younger
March 22, 2013
Liberal Energy critic Andrew Younger says after a letter from the Utility and Review Board yesterday, it is clear Nova Scotia Power cares little for Board directives and is intent on making ratepayers contribute more to the monopoly’s bottom line. (more)
NDP Ignored Energy Policy on South Canoe to Favour NSP, Emera
March 4, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says the Dexter government ignored its own departmental policy pertaining to independent power purchase agreements when it approved Nova Scotia Power's South Canoe bid, knowingly shifting the project’s risks to ratepayers and allowing the project to end run rules which limited size. (more)
Younger: UARB Sides With Liberals, Forces Disclosure on Power Monopoly
February 25, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger is pleased the UARB has agreed with the Liberal Caucus' January 28th request to force NSP Maritime Link Incorporated to disclose information surrounding the assumptions used to declare that the Maritime Link was the lowest cost alternative. (more)
Younger: The NDP Energy Tour Using Department Resources for Political Spin
February 20, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says the Dexter government’s energy tour led by its energy minister is simply an attempt by the NDP to use departmental resources to support a pre-election tour and gloss over the government’s lack of action on energy issues. (more)
NDP Padding NSP’s Bottom Line, Chasing Away Renewable Competition
February 19, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says changes the Dexter government made to individual power purchasing agreements (IPPs) are padding Nova Scotia Power’s bottom line and chasing away renewable competition. (more)
Grits Granted Hearing to Deal With Lack of Transparency Around Muskrat Falls
February 18, 2013
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil and energy critic Andrew Younger are applauding the Utility and Review Board’s decision to call a hearing to deal with Emera’s secrecy and redacted UARB submissions for the Muskrat Falls project. (more)
Call Steele, MacDonald and Treasury Board Chair Before Public Accounts
February 12, 2013
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East and representative on the Public Accounts Committee Andrew Younger says former finance minister Graham Steele, current finance minister Maureen MacDonald and the Chair of the Treasury Board should be called before Public Accounts to answer questions about the NDP’s $27 million budget error. (more)
Younger: NDP Trying to Buy its Way Into the Next Election
February 12, 2013
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger says the Dexter government is trying to buy its way into the next election with a sudden $2 million spend on knee and hip replacements. (more)
Younger in Newfoundland to Learn More About Muskrat Falls
February 10, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger is in Newfoundland meeting with opponents and proponents of the Muskrat Falls project. (more)
Premier Must Release All Documents Surrounding Missing $27 Million In Budget
February 8, 2013
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East and member of the Public Accounts Committee Andrew Younger says the premier needs to release all documents and records relating to the $27 million budget mistake to the public. (more)
Muskrat Falls Filing Shrouded in Secrecy: Liberals
January 28, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says Emera’s promise of a fully transparent process around the Muskrat Falls project didn’t materialize as several important sections of the documentation filed with the UARB earlier today have been redacted. (more)
NSP Wants to Be Let Off Hook on Fuel Audit Penalty: Liberals
January 28, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says Nova Scotia Power is attempting to avoid paying the two million dollar fine levied against it for poor conduct during the Liberty Consultant fuel audit last fall. (more)
Province Needs CFL Recycling Plan
January 21, 2013
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger says the absence of compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL) recycling regulations is alarming, considering federal regulations will effectively ban the sale of standard incandescent bulbs. (more)
Muskrat Falls Power Outages Could Last a Month or More: Liberals
January 15, 2013
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says even before construction begins on the multi-billion dollar Muskrat Falls project, potential power outages along the transmission route are expected to last up to a full month or more. (more)
NDP Once Again Fail to Protect Ratepayers: Liberals
December 21, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil says that today’s announcement of two further power rate increases is bad news for Nova Scotians who are already struggling under the highest power rates in Canada. Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says today’s decision means Darrell Dexter’s inaction has caused power rates to increase by 30 per cent since the NDP took office. (more)
Younger: Province Missed Opportunity to Diversify Electricity Market With Brooklyn Energy
December 11, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says he is disappointed in the premier’s decision to flip Brooklyn Energy to Emera and thinks the province should have used the opportunity to increase the diversity of Nova Scotia’s electricity market by selling the co-gen plant to an independent power producer instead. (more)
Younger: NDP Silence on Federal Changes to Navigable Water Act Unacceptable
December 7, 2012
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger says it is unacceptable for the provincial NDP to remain silent on the federal government’s changes to the Navigable Waters Act that remove important protections for Nova Scotia’s lakes and rivers. (more)
Younger: NDP Must Extend Fuel Tax Exemption to Mining Industry
October 17, 2012
Liberal natural resources critic Andrew Younger says the Dexter government needs to extend the off highway fuel tax rebate, a rebate available to other resource sectors in Nova Scotia, to the mining industry. (more)
Younger: NSP Stands to Gain Hundreds of Millions from NDP Power Position
October 17, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says if Nova Scotians had any doubt the premier and the NDP had become cozy with Nova Scotia Power, they need look no further than the postcards that arrived in the mail from the NDP and Nova Scotia Power at the same time over the past few days. (more)
NDP Efficiency Tax Will Cost Nova Scotians Even More
October 3, 2012
The NDP efficiency tax the Dexter government decided to place on every power bill will likely increase by as much as $5 million as Efficiency Nova Scotia scrambles to make up losses as a result of an unfavourable tax ruling. (more)
Younger: Include Solar and Geothermal in COMFIT
September 24, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger is renewing his call for the Dexter government to include solar and geothermal energy in its community feed in tariff program.
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Younger Welcomes Third Party's Support for Liberal Position
September 22, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says he is pleased to see the Liberal rate of return proposal endorsed by the third party today.
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Rates Still Increasing in 2013 and 2014
September 18, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil says the recent proposals put forward by the NDP government do nothing to address power rate increases of three per cent in each of the next two years. (more)
Rate Proposal Unfair, Need Further Reduction of Rate of Return
September 14, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says the proposed power rate settlement of three per cent increases for each of the next two years is unfair for Nova Scotians. (more)
Liberals' List of Power Rate Demands
September 14, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil says the Liberal caucus wants the UARB to deny Nova Scotia Power's rate increase, reduce the monopoly's rate of return, force more audits on the utility, and have executive bonuses permanently removed from rates (more)
Liberals Plan Thorough Cross Examination of NSP
September 13, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil says the Liberals will continue to scrutinize and cross examine Nova Scotia Power’s demand for more money from Nova Scotians when any new power rate proposal is brought forward to the Utility and Review Board. (more)
Liberals Pleased with UARB Decision to Deny Nova Scotia Power Domination
September 6, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger is pleased with the Utility and Review Board's decision today that denies Nova Scotia Power's request to burden six municipal energy cooperatives with a $30 million exit fee. (more)
Liberals Intervening at Rate Hearing
September 4, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil and energy critic Andrew Younger will be interveners at Nova Scotia Power's general rate hearing on September 13th and McNeil is calling on Premier Darrell Dexter to join him at the Utility and Review Board to oppose the latest rate hike request by the power company. (more)
Younger: Premier must Ensure Ratepayers are Protected in Lower Churchill Deal
July 31, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says with the cost of electricity from Lower Churchill still unknown and ratepayers on the hook for cost overruns related to the construction of the Maritime Link, Nova Scotians should be concerned by today’s announcement. (more)
NDP Education Cuts Put an End to Crichton Park School Choice
June 21, 2012
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger says the Dexter government’s education cuts are putting an end to a popular school choice at Crichton Park School in Dartmouth. (more)
Younger: NDP Must Release Legal Ruling on Terms of Reference
June 19, 2012
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger says the justice minister must release the legal ruling he referenced in a recent letter to the boundary commission informing them they violated the terms of reference. (more)
Younger Introduces Legislation to Protect Online Privacy
April 23, 2012
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger will introduce a bill today that would make it illegal for employers to require access to their employee’s personal social media accounts as part of their terms of employment. (more)
Younger: Bill Creates Designation for Antique Motorcycles
April 21, 2012
On Friday, Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger introduced a bill to create a new license plate for antique motorcycles. (more)
NDP Block Discussion on Special Needs Education
April 18, 2012
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger says the NDP used its majority this morning at the legislature’s Public Accounts Committee to prevent discussion about Special Needs Education funding and the Department of Education’s program goals in this area which had originally been scheduled for June 13, 2012 at the request of the Liberal Caucus. (more)
Younger: NDP Tapping Efficiency NS Funds
April 14, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says the Dexter government is tapping into the funds of Efficiency Nova Scotia, an independent organization designed to provide money to individuals and businesses looking to make energy saving upgrades. (more)
Younger: Government Using Funds from Efficiency Nova Scotia
April 11, 2012
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says government departments have accessed funding from Efficiency Nova Scotia to pay for upgrades and energy efficiencies to properties owned and operated by the province. (more)
NDP Admits Dartmouth General Expansion Won't Cut Wait Times or Increase Capacity
April 4, 2012
Dartmouth East Liberal MLA Andrew Younger says the Dexter government has admitted the planned expansion at Dartmouth General will have no impact on wait times or the shortage of beds for the foreseeable future. (more)
Liberal Caucus Calls for Emergency Meeting On Fisheries Modernization Policies
March 6, 2012
Fisheries critic Michel Samson and Natural Resources critic Andrew Younger have written the Chair of the Standing Committee on Resources, calling for the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans to appear before an emergency meeting to discuss concerns raised by fishing groups about potential changes in Nova Scotia’s fishing industries. (more)
Younger: Investment in Canal Commission Would Save Province Money
March 1, 2012
Liberal Natural Resources critic Andrew Younger says that the province needs to invest in the work of the Shubenacadie Canal Commission, and doing so will save money on the province's bottom line. (more)
Liberals to NSP: Prove Capital Investments Benefit Nova Scotians
February 17, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil and energy critic Andrew Younger say if Nova Scotia Power wants to spend ratepayers' money to fund its capital projects, the UARB should force the electricity monopoly to prove that the expenditures will benefit Nova Scotians. (more)
Younger: Time For NDP To Protect Shubenacadie Canal Lands
February 10, 2012
Liberal natural resources critic Andrew Younger is congratulating the government on its recent decision to purchase Historic Chignecto Ship Railway Lands and hopes the government will now move forward on the purchase of Shubenacadie Canal lands in Portobello that the department has been reviewing for some time. (more)
McNeil Announces Changes to Liberal Caucus Roles
January 27, 2012
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil has today announced changes to the Liberal caucus lineup that have several members taking on new roles and responsibilities. (more)
Younger: Fuel Tax Exemption Must Be Extended to Mining Industry
January 19, 2012
Liberal natural resources critic Andrew Younger says mining and quarrying companies are the only resource sector in Nova Scotia that are not eligible for the province’s off highway fuel tax rebate and that needs to change. (more)
Younger: Dartmouth General Funding Too Late, Too Preliminary
December 16, 2011
Andrew Younger, Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East, says that he welcomes the Dexter government’s funding announcement for the Darmouth General, but it comes years too late and will do nothing to address overcrowding there over the next few years. (more)
Dexter Government Listened to Liberals About DASC Funding
December 6, 2011
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger says he is happy that the Dexter government listened to reason and decided to provide funding to Darmouth Adult Services Centre (more)
Book Launch To Benefit Shubenacadie Canal Commission
December 1, 2011
On Wednesday, December 7th at 1:00pm Andrew Younger and Allan Billard will hold a brief book launch for "Ribbon of Water: The Shubenacadie Waterway from the Air" at the Library of the Nova Scotia Legislature. (more)
Younger Introduces Bill To Improve Offshore Safety Regulations
November 30, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger introduced a bill on Tuesday requiring the government to begin work on creating a federal regulating body on offshore petroleum safety standards. (more)
Younger: Premier Misleading Nova Scotians on Power Rates
November 28, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says that Premier Dexter is misleading Nova Scotians about the price of power coming from the Lower Churchill project. (more)
Younger: Premier's Callous Remarks Unacceptable
November 9, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says the premier’s callous remarks during today’s question period provide a window into the premier’s unacceptable views on small business. (more)
Younger Introduces Environmental Ombudsman Act
November 8, 2011
On Monday night in the legislature, Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger introduced the Environmental Ombudsman Act. The intent of the bill would be to ensure that citizens of Nova Scotia have a specific arbitrator for environmental concerns. (more)
Liberals to Introduce Sunday Hunting Legislation
November 3, 2011
Liberal natural resources critic Andrew Younger says the Liberals will be introducing legislation to allow Sunday hunting during Nova Scotia’s big game season. (more)
Younger Introduces Ratepayer Protection Act
October 31, 2011
Today in the legislature, Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger will introduce the Ratepayer Protection Act. (more)
Younger Surprised by Tory Flip Flop
October 24, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says today’s Tory release supporting a policy that would increase power rates is surprising and disappointing. (more)
NDP Out of Touch On Energy From Hydro Quebec
October 20, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says that the Dexter government must act now so that Nova Scotians can enjoy cheaper, more environmentally friendly energy in Nova Scotia from Quebec. (more)
Dexter Government's Decision Not To Fund DASC Shortsighted
October 16, 2011
Andrew Younger, MLA for Dartmouth East, says the Dexter government’s refusal to provide $500,000 in funding for the Dartmouth Adult Services Centre will only cost the government in the long run. (more)
Younger: NDP Fails to Meet With Community Group As Promised
October 7, 2011
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger says the NDP’s Minister of Health and Wellness has failed to fulfill her public commitment to meet with citizens impacted by fly ash in Trenton and discuss their concerns about the health implications of the emissions. (more)
Younger: NDP Changes Tune on Political Advertising
October 6, 2011
Liberal Communication Nova Scotia critic Andrew Younger says the Dexter government is changing its tune on government funded advertising that is political and partisan in nature. (more)
Younger: NDP Push Harper Style Rebranding of Nova Scotia
October 6, 2011
Liberal Communications NS critic Andrew Younger says Premier Darrell Dexter is taking a page from Prime Minister Stephen Harper's playbook by rebranding government construction signage and the government website with official NDP election slogans. (more)
Younger: NDP Needs to be Clear on Fracking
September 20, 2011
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger says the Dexter government must clarify its position on fracking after approving two recent exploratory wells in the province. (more)
Younger: Power Rate Negotiations Should Be Public
August 24, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says negotiations around power rate increases facing Nova Scotians scheduled for Thursday should be held in public and not behind closed doors. (more)
Younger: NDP and Tories Want Ratepayers to Pay for NSP Savings
August 19, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger said it is unacceptable for the NDP and Tories to want ratepayers to foot the bill for efficiency upgrades that will save the power corporation money. (more)
Younger: Tens of Millions In NSP Bonuses Paid In Last Decade
August 18, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger said Nova Scotians saw a 36 per cent increase in power rates and tens of millions of dollars in bonuses paid out over the last 10 years. (more)
Younger: NDP Must Prevent Future Contamination from Spills
August 12, 2011
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger said the government needs to take immediate action to prevent future contamination from highways into the Shubenacadie Canal and other waterways in the province from highway bridges. (more)
Younger: NDP Create New Power Monopoly
August 3, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger has sent a letter to Energy Minister Charlie Parker outlining problems arising from the new power monopoly created by the NDP. (more)
Younger: Conference on Mercury Highlights NDP Failures
July 24, 2011
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger says the NDP decision to push back mercury emission targets last year has sullied the province’s reputation on an international scale and put the health of Nova Scotians at risk. (more)
Younger: NDP Neglect Hinders Shubenacadie Canal Commission
July 16, 2011
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger says the NDP government is abdicating its commitment and responsibilities to the Shubenacadie Canal Commission by failing to appoint a full complement of provincial board members. (more)
NDP Government Must Match Federal Energy Rebate: Younger
July 15, 2011
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger says the NDP government must make certain the province matches the federal government’s rebate program and help make homes in Nova Scotia more energy efficient. (more)
Younger: Government Needs to Take Hydraulic Fracturing Concerns Seriously
June 24, 2011
Liberal energy and environment critic Andrew Younger says the New Brunswick government’s announcement of new hydraulic fracturing regulations for that province should be the minimum considered by the NDP government here in Nova Scotia. (more)
Younger: NDP Guilty of Corporate Giveaways to Gas Companies
April 12, 2011
In question period today, Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger pressed the NDP government repeatedly to explain why natural gas and oil companies won’t be paying royalties to Nova Scotia for the province’s onshore gas resources. (more)
Liberals: Competition In The Energy Sector Will Benefit Everyone
April 4, 2011
Today, Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger will reintroduce a bill to create more competition in the energy sector by allowing producers of renewable energy to sell directly to Nova Scotia consumers. (more)
Liberal's Bill Pushes NDP To Address Fracking Concerns
April 1, 2011
Liberal MLA and environment and energy critic Andrew Younger will introduce legislation today that would force the NDP government to consult with Nova Scotians and develop regulations on fracking by November 15, 2011. (more)
Regulatory Action on "Fracking" Needed Now: Younger
March 21, 2011
Liberal energy and environment critic Andrew Younger says the NDP government cannot stay neutral on the regulatory process for hydraulic fracturing in Nova Scotia. (more)
NDP Can No Longer Remain Silent On Fracking: Younger
March 16, 2011
Liberal energy and environment critic Andrew Younger wants the NDP government to proceed with caution around onshore shale gas exploration and the controversial process known as ‘fracking’. (more)
NDP Desire For Flashy Announcement Puts Safety At Risk: Younger
March 3, 2011
Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger wants the NDP to enact legislation for bike safety as soon as possible, instead of waiting until June's Bike Week as has been indicated by provincial staff. (more)
Nova Scotia Power's Fuel Projection Practices Need To Be Scrutinized: Younger
February 2, 2011
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says it’s starting to feel like the film Groundhog Day for Nova Scotians with ever-rising electricity bills. Younger is reacting to the admission by Nova Scotia Power that it has again underestimated its end of year fuel costs and is looking to cover its costs by seeking an additional increase above the six per cent hike already approved. (more)
Younger to Estabrooks: Use Authority to Amend HRM's Winter Parking Ban
January 19, 2011
Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger says the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal has the power to change the winter Parking Ban in the Halifax Regional Municipality and he should use it. (more)
Younger: Government Needs Plan To Divert Mercury from Landfills
January 18, 2011
Liberal Environment critic Andrew Younger says mercury is entering Nova Scotia landfills daily from the disposal of compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), and there is no plan to deal with the increase when incandescent bulbs are phased out at the end of this year. (more)
Younger: NDP Back Away From Burnside Expressway Committment
November 17, 2010
Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger says a critical piece of highway infrastructure has been put on hold by the Dexter government. In January and April 2009, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal stated the Burnside Expressway would be completed by 2011. Under questioning in the House by Younger today, Minister of Transportation Bill Estabrooks admitted there is now no date for completion. (more)
Younger's Legislation Will Make Nova Scotia More Bike Friendly
November 5, 2010
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger, flanked by several members of Bike Nova Scotia and the NS Youth Road Safety Committee, rode into the Nova Scotia legislature this morning with a bill in hand that would make the province’s highways and byways safer for cyclists. (more)
Younger: NDP Continues Government Secrecy
October 1, 2010
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says that the NDP government should release all submissions related to the renewable energy strategy in Nova Scotia. (more)
Younger: Chief Clerk Paid a High Price For Defending The Integrity of The House of Assembly
August 20, 2010
Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger is saddened by the departure of the Chief Clerk of the Legislature, Rod MacArthur. MacArthur served in the Speaker's Office for 35 years. His career ended abruptly on Thursday. (more)
Younger Urges Real Consultation On Lake Ainslie Project
August 31, 2010
Liberal energy and environment critic Andrew Younger wants the NDP government to address the concerns Lake Ainslie residents have regarding proposed onshore oil and gas exploration in their area. (more)
Younger: Chief Clerk Paid a High Price For Defending The Integrity of The House of Assembly
August 20, 2010
Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger is saddened by the departure of the Chief Clerk of the Legislature, Rod MacArthur. MacArthur served in the Speaker's Office for 35 years. His career ended abruptly on Thursday. (more)
Younger: Where Is The Environment Minister On Emissions Standards?
July 21, 2010
Liberal energy and environment critic Andrew Younger says he wants to hear from Environment Minister Sterling Belliveau on the NDP government’s musings around lowering Nova Scotia’s emissions standards. (more)
Liberals: Time To Reduce The Nova Scotia Power Monopoly
July 15, 2010
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says with an expected 12 to 18 per cent electricity rate hike looming, the time has come for the NDP government to open up the province’s energy market to renewable energy producers. (more)
Younger: NDP Government Caught Unaware Of Huge Hit To Economy
July 9, 2010
Liberal energy critic Andrew Younger says the energy department needs to immediately release its plans for next steps for the Sable Gas Field. (more)
New Liberal MLAs Receive Critic Responsibilities
July 7, 2010
Other roles within caucus are as follows: Caucus Chair - Kelly Regan MLA, Bedford-Birch Cove; House Leader - Manning MacDonald MLA, Cape Breton South; Deputy House Leader - Andrew Younger MLA, Dartmouth East; Deputy Speaker - Leo Glavine MLA, Kings West; Caucus Whip - Harold “Junior” Theriault MLA, Digby-Annapolis; Chair of Public Accounts Committee - Diana Whalen MLA, Halifax-Clayton Park. (more)
NDP HST Hike Has Municipalities Feeling The Crunch: Younger
July 2, 2010
Liberal municipal relations critic Andrew Younger says the NDP government’s hike to the HST has increased the financial burden on Nova Scotia’s municipalities and in turn, will translate into higher property taxes for businesses and residents. (more)
Liberals Congratulate Nova Scotias Order Of Canada Recipients
June 18, 2010
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil is extending congratulations to two Nova Scotians who will be receiving the Order of Canada today at a ceremony in Ottawa. (more)
Younger Chides Dexter For His Municipal Meddling
June 16, 2010
Liberal Municipal Relations and Service Nova Scotia critic Andrew Younger is questioning why Premier Dexter is meddling with the approval of municipal planning strategy amendments to permit a new bus terminal in Dartmouth. (more)
Liberals Push Dexter Government To Stand Up For Nova Scotia
June 10, 2010
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger says the Dexter government is abandoning an iconic symbol of Nova Scotia’s nautical history by condoning the federal government’s decision to divest of 138 lighthouses across the province. (more)
Younger To NDP Government: Make Nova Scotia More Bike Friendly
June 3, 2010
Liberal environment critic Andrew Younger is calling on the NDP government to increase safety for cyclists across Nova Scotia and recognize the importance of cycling to the province's future. (more)
Residents Of Municipalities Feeling Crunch After NDP HST Hike: Younger
May 21, 2010
Liberal municipal relations critic Andrew Younger says the NDP government’s decision to increase the HST has put even more financial strain on Nova Scotia’s municipalities and in turn, will translate into higher property taxes for businesses and residents. (more)
Younger Pushes For Amendments To Strengthen Pesticide Bill
May 5, 2010
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger will be introducing amendments to the government's pesticide bill when it reaches the Law Amendments committee. (more)
Younger Introduces Bill To Protect Shubenacadie Canal Lands
May 1, 2010
On Friday, April 30th, Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger introduced legislation in the House of Assembly that will ensure the preservation of archeologically significant lands in and around the Shubenacadie Canal. (more)
Younger To Participate In Panel The University of King's College
March 24, 2010
Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger will participate as part of a panel discussion at the University of King's College. (more)
Liberal Leader Announces New Critic Roles For Younger
March 23, 2010
Liberal leader Stephen McNeil has added to the critic responsibilities of Dartmouth East MLA Andrew Younger. (more)
Younger Launches New Website
March 23, 2010
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger today launched his new website as part of continued efforts to keep in touch with constituents through a variety of mediums. (more)
Younger: Minister's No-Show Highlights NDP's Double Standard
February 9, 2010
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger says the Fisheries Minister’s refusal to appear at this morning’s meeting of the legislature’s Economic Development Committee is another example of the NDP saying one thing while in opposition and doing another when in power. (more)
Glavine and Younger: Sable Island Must Be Protected From Overuse
January 29, 2010
Liberal Environment Critic Andrew Younger (Dartmouth East) and Natural Resources Critic Leo Glavine (Kings West) are calling upon the provincial government to ensure the ecological integrity of Sable Island is protected with any change to the island's status. (more)
Younger: Taxpayers or Ratepayers, Nova Scotians will Pay More Under NDP Government
January 26, 2010
Liberal Energy Critic Andrew Younger says Energy Minister Bill Estabrooks is playing a shell game with taxpayers money. (more)
Younger: Minister of Energy Asleep At The Switch
January 8, 2010
Liberal MLA and energy critic Andrew Younger says the NDP government and the Energy Minister aren’t providing the leadership that the province’s renewable energy future requires. (more)
Younger Introduces Bills to Stimulate Green Power Industry
October 29, 2009
Liberal MLA Andrew Younger introduced three pieces of legislation in the House of Assembly today aimed at making green power more affordable and accessible for Nova Scotians. (more)
Younger: Government Failures at Dartmouth General Cannot Be Ignored
October 23, 2009
In the House of Assembly this week, Dartmouth East Liberal MLA Andrew Younger repeatedly challenged the Minister of Health to find a solution to the growing emergency room chaos currently gripping the Dartmouth General Hospital. (more)
Younger Presses NDP for More Beds at Darmouth General
October 15, 2009
Today in question period, Dartmouth East Liberal MLA Andrew Younger challenged the Minister of Health to find a solution to the emergency room chaos currently gripping the Dartmouth General Hospital. (more)
Liberal Bill Will Allow Crosswalk Flag Program To Continue
September 28, 2009
Today in the House of Assembly, Dartmouth East Liberal MLA Andrew Younger introduced an amendment to the province’s Motor Vehicle Act which will enable the Halifax Regional Municipality to continue with the successful Waverley Road Crosswalk Flag Program. (more)
Younger Urges NDP To Name Tidal Energy Advisory Board
September 26, 2009
Liberal MLA and environment critic Andrew Younger has expressed concern over the Minister of the Environment’s failure to appoint members of an Environmental Advisory Panel that will oversee the Bay of Fundy tidal energy project. (more)
Younger Concerned With Litter Near Lake Banook
September 6, 2009
Dartmouth East Liberal MLA Andrew Younger is urging the provincial government to clean up the large amount of litter scattered along sections of Highway #111 and #118 before the World Canoe Championships get underway later this week. (more)
Liberals: Closure of YMCA Will Impact Childcare System in HRM
August 14, 2009
Dartmouth East Liberal MLA Andrew Younger is concerned that the impending closure of the Waverly Road YMCA means 65 daycare seats may be lost, increasing the already lengthy wait for parents seeking day care spaces. (more)
Younger Urges YMCA To Reverse Daycare Closure
July 30, 2009
Liberal MLA for Dartmouth East Andrew Younger is calling on the YMCA to reverse their decision to close the daycare in East Dartmouth. The daycare announced plans to close at the end of October. (more)
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Columns & Editorials
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Electoral Boundary Report Splits Communities of Interest
August 2, 2012
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Bowater Mill Closure Indication Government Policy Must Change
June 24, 2012
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Enough Is Enough With Rising Power Rates
May 24, 2012
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Dartmouth General Announcements Don't Solve Short Term Issues
April 6, 2012
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Students Concerned About Education Cuts
March 3, 2012
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Provincial Boundary Review Now Underway
February 2, 2012
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Christmas Trees An Important Part of Nova Scotia’s Economy
December 22, 2011
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Nova Scotia Power “Deal” Not A Good Deal For You
October 2, 2011
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Department of Education Shouldn’t Leave Prince Andrew Without Equipment
May 20, 2011Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Make Respite Care a Priority, Not an Afterthought
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
NDP Decision Will Increase Property Taxes
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Literacy Is The Academic Foundation For Our Economic Success
March 17, 2011
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Fracking Needs To Be Considered With Caution
March 16, 2011
Various
February 10, 2011
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Proper Education Funding Is Of Concern To All
December 31, 2010
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Burnside Expressway In Question
November 25, 2010
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
A Competitive Province Will Keep Young People Here
October 15, 2010
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
More than Money: NDP Government Fails Shubenacadie Canal Supporters
May 6, 2010
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Drilling on Georges Not Worth The Risk
May 5, 2010
Various Media - Andrew Younger & Harold Jr. Theriault
NDP Interest In Protecting Wilderness Questionable At Best
March 4, 2010
Various Media - Andrew Younger & Leo Glavine
Nova Scotia MLAs Must Work To Restore Public Trust
February 12, 2010
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Budget Meetings Good Bit Of Theatre
February 4, 2010
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
New Year To Bring New Challenges
December 31, 2009
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Government Failures At Dartmouth General Cannot Be Ignored
October 22, 2009
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
Busy Summer In Dartmouth East
August 13, 2009
Dartmouth - Cole Harbour Weekly News
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Reply to the Speech from the Throne
On September 21, 2009 Andrew delivered his response to the government's speech from the throne. This address is traditionally the first major speech given in the house by a new Member of the Legislative Assembly.
Forestry Rally
On October 29, 2010 Andrew Younger and Leo Glavine spoke at a forestry rally at the Nova Scotia Legislature. The well attended rally was intended to put pressure on the NDP to ensure the new forest harvesting strategy ensures the long term viability of the forest industry and best practices for harvesting.
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