Police Chief Bill Reid remaining tight-lipped about speculation the Saint John Police Force is asking for a 6% wage increase in 2013, 2014, 2015.
He tells CHSJ News he can't speak about anything they're discussing around the negotiating table unless it goes to binding arbitration.
The Chief says while such rumours might maker for good fodder for dinner table discussion, the fact is the police are still working to get on the same page and the discussions will remain private for the time being.