New data shows governing parties’ favouritism in N.B. road fund allocation

Recent data unveiled from New Brunswick’s road infrastructure fund reveals a concerning pattern of favouritism by the governing parties. This analysis indicates that road improvement budgets and projects are disproportionately channeled towards areas that politically align with those in power, sparking debates about fairness and transparency in provincial funding processes. Researchers examined allocations over several years, uncovering a consistent trend where constituencies represented by members of the governing party received notably more funding. This discovery raises questions about the integrity and decision-making processes of public resource distribution in New Brunswick. The implications of this bias not only affect road quality and development but could also influence public trust in governmental operations. Critics argue that this favoritism hinders equitable development and calls for a revised approach to ensure balanced infrastructure improvements across all regions. These revelations have prompted demands for policy reform aimed at achieving more equitable resource allocation.

CBC