The Government House Leader, the Honourable Joan Burke, announced today that the House of Assembly will open for its fall session on Monday, November 30, at 1:30 p.m.

"Government is eager to resume its legislative agenda," said the Honourable Joan Burke, Government House Leader. "We look forward to some productive input and debate, which will contribute to the betterment of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador."

"Opening the legislature on this date will ensure that all parties will have equal opportunity to actively participate in the by-election campaign taking place in the District of Terra Nova," continued Minister Burke.

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