Manitobans Encouraged to Join Discussion on Liquor, Gaming Regulation
News Release - ManitobaSeptember 7, 2012Community Engagement Will Help Ensure Smooth Transition: ChomiakManitobans will be asked for their ideas on how to reduce red tape, improve consumer choice, and enhance public safety and social responsibility in the areas of liquor and gaming, Innovation, Energy and Mines Minister Dave Chomiak, minister responsible for gaming, announced today.“In Budget 2012, we committed to merging the Manitoba Liquor Control Commission and the Manitoba Lotteries Corporation, cutting red tape, protecting customer service and reducing administrative spending,” said Chomiak. “We are looking for the public’s input on how best to modernize and integrate liquor and gaming regulation to enhance services, and build on social responsibility and public safety initiatives.”read more
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