Latest figures show more children living in hardship as National continues to fail families.
“Christopher Luxon promised to make life better for Kiwis, instead he’s made things harder for families and kids are paying the price,” Labour’s child poverty reduction spokesperson Jan Tinetti said.
“There are now 23,700 more children living in hardship compared to two years ago. Families are struggling and National isn’t listening. While Christopher Luxon prioritised billions in tax breaks to landlords and tobacco companies children in New Zealand are going hungry.
“The figures reflect the real choices families have to make just to get by. We’re seeing more families putting off doctor’s visits, more children putting up with feeling cold, and more children going without the basics.
“These heartbreaking compromises are a consequence of Luxon’s broken promise to fix the cost of living. Since he took office, there are 32,000 fewer jobs, food prices are soaring, and homelessness has spiked. It’s out of touch that Luxon crows about green shoots, while refusing to acknowledge his abject failure after more than two years in charge.
“This is exactly why Labour is prioritising a more affordable New Zealand. It’s why we’re giving every New Zealander three free doctor's visits every year. It’s why we’re investing in creating good, well-paid jobs. It’s why we’re focused on more affordable homes.
“The one in seven children living in hardship need Christopher Luxon to finally take action – New Zealand deserves better,” Jan Tinetti said.
