‘Kind of an asinine comment’: opponents react to Poilievre’s claims of ‘zero’ Phoenix pay problems under Conservatives

'Government employees would much rather receive their paycheque on time than some flyer full of political propaganda,' says CAPE's Greg Phillips.

Conservative finance critic Pierre Poilievre's recent mail-out to constituents in his Carleton, Ont. riding is raising some eyebrows. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

News

BY EMILY HAWS

September 10, 2018

Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre's recent newsletter sent to his constituents, in which he states twice that there were zero "public servants with Phoenix pay system problems under the Conservative government," has attracted some negative criticism. "First, tho...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy