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flag Manitoba’s government faces delay in passing a 72-hour drunk detention bill, stalling other legislation.

flag Manitoba’s legislative session may be extended beyond November 6, 2025, as Premier Wab Kinew’s NDP government faces opposition from the Progressive Conservatives over a bill to extend police detention of intoxicated individuals from 24 to 72 hours. flag Introduced October 2, the measure aims to improve public safety amid concerns about methamphetamine and long-acting drugs. flag The opposition has delayed progress with proposed amendments, citing need for review and public input, while the government accuses them of political delay. flag The standoff has disrupted other legislative work, including a budget vote, and could postpone the throne speech. flag No resolution has been reached as of November 3, 2025.

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