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House of Commons set to resume as trucker protest continues in Ottawa
protest against government-imposed COVID-19 measures enters its third full day.Many of the horn-honking demonstrators who brought Ottawa to a near standstill on the weekend showed no signs of budging as parliamentarians, businesses and school administrators were left wondering when the usual rhythm of the frazzled national capital would resume.Alexandra Maheux, a spokeswoman for government House leader Mark Holland, said the ongoing protest is not interfering with parliamentary business.“We have important work to accomplish for Canadians in Parliament, and we’re looking forward to getting this done and delivering results,” Maheux said late Sunday. ‘Several’ investigations underway after monuments defaced during Ottawa trucker rally: police She noted that MPs have the flexibility to work in a hybrid House in this sitting, which remains in effect until June, to help curb the spread of COVID-19.“Some MPs will be in the chamber on Monday and beyond, and others will participate virtually,” Maheux said.A memo circulated Sunday by Patrick McDonell, the House sergeant-at-arms, said security plans were being developed to ensure personal safety.Several criminal investigations are underway into actions – including the desecration of monuments – during the ongoing protest of vaccine mandates and COVID-19 restrictions, Ottawa police said Sunday.Residents of the capital were again told to avoid travelling to the city centre Sunday as trucks snarled numerous roads.
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