CP NewsAlert: New Democrat MP Idlout crosses floor to Liberals

The NDP says Nunavut MP Lori Idlout has crossed the floor to join the Liberals, pushing Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government closer to a majority.

Idlout’s move follows defections to the Liberals by three Conservatives in recent months.

NDP leader Don Davies issued a statement of disappointment after Idlout crossed the floor.

“We’re very disappointed that Lori Idlout has decided to join the Liberal caucus. The position of the New Democrats on flood crossing is longstanding and clear. We believe that when someone rejects the decision of their electors and wants to join another party, they should put that decision to the voters. In a democracy, something as important as the choice of party representation in Parliament must always remain with our constituents. We believe that should happen here.”