Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list inclu...
8:30 – Saskatchewan’s distracted driving fines are set to make a big jump. Starting Feb. 1, 2020, the fine will increase from $280 to $580 for a first offense, plus four demerits. A second offence within a year will result in a $1,400 ticket and four demerits, plus a seven-day vehicle seizure. A third offense will result in a $2,100 ticket, four demerits, and another seven-day seizure. SGI Minister Joe Hargrave says 22 people lost their lives on Saskatchewan roadways in 2018 due to distraction or inattention, and “enough is enough.” Hargrave joins Gormley now to discuss the changes.
LIVE: Joe Hargrave, SGI Minister.
9:00 – The Hour of the Big Stories… Open Session
10:00 – With talk of western separation still circulating in Alberta and Saskatchewan, National Post Columnist John Ivison says western premiers need to carefully manage the situation. Polls show support for separation is running at about 30 per cent, but the number of people who sympathize with the sentiment is much higher. Ivison joins Gormley now to discuss the Wexit movement, and how premiers like Scott Moe and Jason Kenney should respond.
LIVE: John Ivison, Political Columnist for the National Post.
11:00 – It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener! Powered by Urban Cellars. Your chance for fame, acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win a $50 gift card for Urban Cellars.
