P-C Leadership Hopeful Wants To End NSLC Monopoly

by Bobby NockJanuary 17, 2018January 17, 2018

Progressive Conservative leadership hopeful John Lohr says he wants to end the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation’s monopoly on alcohol sales.

The King’s North MLA made the policy announcement, this morning.

He says the move will lead to lower prices and greater choice.

Lohr is one two declared candidates hoping to replace Jamie Baillie.

Pictou East MLA and P-C Finance Critic Tim Houston is the only other declared candidate in the race.

Regional Mayor Cecil Clarke says he’s considering a run for the P-C leadership.

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Bobby grew up in Whycocomagh before moving to Halifax to attend university where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Journalism degree. After university, Bobby moved back to Cape Breton where he began working as a freelance journalist and has done work for both print media and as a broadcast journalist. As the News Director, Bobby Nock will get your day started by bringing you information that helps connect you to the community with all the latest in local news.

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