The Liberals say they could improve their declining poll numbers as MPs meet for the final strategic planning day before Parliament resumes next week..Most of the party's 158 MPs are attending a three-day caucus retreat in London, ON. .During this retreat, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasized the importance of listening to concerns and feedback from constituents..Halifax MP Andy Fillmore stated the discussions during the caucus retreat have primarily centred on affordability and climate change concerns..Two additional meetings of the national caucus are scheduled for Thursday..The Liberals have experienced a decline in their poll numbers, indicating that Canadians have more confidence in the Conservatives as being better able to address affordability and housing issues..Quebec MP Steve MacKinnon (Gatineau, QC) stressed the importance of stabilizing the housing market due to rising costs and interest rates while calling for provincial assistance.."We clearly have to make some adjustments," said MacKinnon..At the same time, Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne denied the Liberals are taking too long to address rising prices.."It's always a good time to fight," said Champagne..Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly responded to reports suggesting MPs came to London to criticize Trudeau due to the declining poll results.."There's no dirty laundry. We are used to going through crises,” said Joly.."We are in solution mode and we'll earn the trust of Canadians."
