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Private members and public policy.
In a parliamentary system most legislation is introduced by the Government. There are opportunities for private members to sponsor bills but many obstacles stand in the way. Great perseverance and energy are required by a private member who hopes to see his or her legislation enshrined in law. This article examines the work of one Member's attempt to make the installation of residential fire sprinkler systems mandatory in newly constructed homes.
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My interest in making residential sprinklers mandatory in new home construction began during my first term on municipal council. While on Council I worked with a Fire Prevention officer to try to make ...
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