Carney’s move to restore 24 Sussex ‘politically risky,’ but the right thing to do, say political players

Given the political landscape and public mood right now, Prime Minister Mark Carney is best-placed to launch the restoration of 24 Sussex Drive, but if the costs spin out of control, there will be a political risk, says pollster Darrell Bricker.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured on June 26 at 24 Sussex Drive, announcing his plan to restore the prime minister’s official residence, which has not been in use since 2015.

Although Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to restore 24 Sussex Drive carries political risks, it is the right move to preserve an important national symbol, according to political players, who also say that any cost overruns could invite criticism from opposition partie...

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