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Councillors Face New Accountability Push | Winnipeg News
City councillors are pushing for urgent changes to the city charter after Transcona Councillor Russ Wyatt faces new sexual assault charges — sparking debate over whether elected officials should be automatically suspended upon serious allegations, not just after conviction. Some councillors, including Janice Lukes, want mandatory paid leave without council votes to protect public trust and reduce disruption. The mayor and others urge Wyatt to step down voluntarily, emphasizing ethical responsibility even amid innocence presumption. Multiple councillors now demand provincial review of the…
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