Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey. BlackburnNews.com file photo. Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey. BlackburnNews.com file photo.
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Local MPP Concerned About Budget

The Ontario Liberal government's proposed cap-and-trade plan isn't sitting well with Sarnia-Lambton's MPP.

Under the proposal, the price of gas would rise by four cents per litre, and natural gas bills would increase by at least $5 monthly in an effort to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Bob Bailey says residents are paying enough money for goods and services.

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The Ontario budget is scheduled to be introduced Thursday afternoon

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