Kelowna-Mission MLA Renee Merrifield has accused the NDP of facilitating illicit drug use in B.C. hospitals.
During Question Period in the Legislature Thursday (Apr 11), Merrifield said the provincial government’s “drug decriminalization experiment” is also putting nurses and patients at risk.
“Often those using illicit drugs become volatile and a danger to nurses and fellow patients in shared rooms.”
The matter gained attention over the past few days following a leaked memo that outlined how Northern Health staff should deal with patients who have substance use issues.