Danielle Smith limits questions from journalists ahead of Alberta election

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has imposed a one question limit per conference on journalists ahead of the province’s May election, in what she says is an effort to ensure more reporters are able to ask questions. But as Heather Yourex-West explains, Smith’s strategy is widely seen as an attempt to avoid scrutiny before voters head to the polls.

• Media question restrictions apply only to Alberta premier, cabinet ministers say