BC Conservative Leader John Rustad on Monday slammed Premier David Eby, saying: “The expansion of his cabinet to include 27 ministers, along with the appointment of 14 parliamentary secretaries, raises significant concerns about the size of the government and fiscal responsibility.”

He added: “This isn’t just government expansion; it’s a blatant misuse of taxpayer dollars — more salaries, administrative costs, and increased public funds being diverted from essential services.”

Rustad said: “Every new minister means more funding spent on administration instead of schools, hospitals, and infrastructure. It’s clear as day: Eby’s approach is more about political patronage than about efficiently serving the fiscal and governance needs of British Columbia.”

Rustad noted: “Eby often refers to the last election’s results as an indication that British Columbians expect more from the BC NDP. His actions since then suggest a disconnect between what the public might have hoped for and what his administration is delivering.”