Mindless cost-cutting won’t improve public service efficiency
Slashing budgets without looking at the impact it has on frontline services for Kiwis isn’t smart and restructuring just for the sake of it can create more cost and inefficiency, says Labour’s State Services spokesperson Chris Hipkins.
Key misleads about role in radio show
John Key today tried to downplay his role and the role of his office in the Radio Live show "The PM’s Hour" despite emails that show his office decided who would be on the programme, re-wrote the brief for the show and provided the language seeking an opinion from the Electoral Commission on the legality of the show, Labour’s Deputy Leader Grant Robertson says.
Same protections for all first responders
Confirmation by Justice Minister Judith Collins that the same legal standard should apply to on-the-job assaults against all emergency first responders, not just a select few, will ease the concerns of many working on the front line, Labour’s Justice spokesperson Charles Chauvel says.
Technology essential for democratic debate
News that New Zealand’s first deaf MP has been told that she will have to pay for technology that will allow her to fully participate in Parliament is totally unacceptable, Labour’s Disability spokesperson Clare Curran says.
“We are calling on the Speaker to immediately fund the equipment that Mojo Mathers requires to participate in parliamentary debate.
MP to attend review of the ICC conference
Ross Robertson, Labour MP for Manukau East and Assistant Speaker, will attend the Justice for All (10 Year Review of the ICC) Conference in Sydney this week, in his role as President of Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA).
Transport funding needs leadership not nitpicking
A robust debate on the funding of Auckland’s transport infrastructure is long overdue, but must not be undermined by petty nitpicking, says Labour’s Transport spokesperson Phil Twyford.
Residents last to know
Latest zoning decisions announced by the Government leave families in Southshore in limbo again, says Labour’s Earthquake Recovery spokesperson Lianne Dalziel.
“All the families want is certainty --- a red or green light that enables them to move on with their lives,” Lianne Dalziel said.
Perceptions of interference and cronyism abhorrent
Any perception of government interference in broadcasting is an abhorrence, says Labour’s Broadcasting spokesperson Clare Curran.
“Broadcasting programming matters should be a responsibility of New Zealand on Air,” Clare Curran said.
Wellington and New Zealand loses a man of passion
The death today of Wellington businessman, philanthropist and campaigner Lloyd Morrison is a significant loss to the city and New Zealand at large, says Labour’s Deputy Leader and Wellington Central MP Grant Robertson.
“Above all things, Lloyd was a passionate Wellingtonian who had a desire to see his city, region and country prosper.
Key should be held accountable for free political hit
John Key should be held accountable for his decision to host an hour long pre-election radio show against advice from officials who warned extreme care should be taken, says Labour’s Deputy Leader Grant Robertson.
