Crime and Justice

Barkhouse supports imposing temporary restrictions limiting public access to parts of the legislature to address growing safety concerns after protest activity, saying emotions were high in the House and taking measures to protect safety and order.

Masland says she is taking increased personal-security precautions after a trespassing incident—calling 911, using home security alerts and locking her doors—expressing concern about intimidation as a politician and endorsing heightened personal safety measures.

Houston says people may raise their voices in a democracy but must do so respectfully; he calls for a return to Nova Scotian civility, emphasizing respectful public expression and implying a preference for maintaining safety and order during protests at the legislature.