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Government Books Still Resilient As Revenue Growth Slows
Tuesday, 9 May 2023, 10:24 am | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
Moderation in economic activity is being reflected in the Government’s books, although New Zealand is still well positioned to deal with the challenges ahead, including the cost of living, the impact of recent extreme weather and the uncertain ... More >>
Statement From Grant Robertson
Thursday, 19 January 2023, 1:16 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
I am not putting myself forward to be a candidate for the leadership of the Labour Party. In 2014 when I failed to secure the leadership of the Party for the second time I indicated that I would not put myself forward again. My position has not changed. ... More >>
Disorganised National Reconfirm Public Services Are On The Chopping Block
Wednesday, 2 September 2020, 11:19 am | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
National’s internal shambles was on full view again today, with Judith Collins’ latest U-turn reconfirming a debt target that will mean massive cuts to public services and investments like healthcare and the Super Fund, Labour’s Finance Spokesperson ... More >>
Future economy must be diverse and sustainable
Thursday, 13 August 2015, 3:11 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
The New Zealand economy has been overwhelmingly reliant on commodities in the past and we now must complement these sectors if future generations of Kiwis are to have decent work and wages, Future of Work Commission chair Grant Robertson says. More >>
Technology critical to the Future of Work
Thursday, 30 July 2015, 10:28 am | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
Is it time for coding to be taught in all our schools to prepare Kiwi kids for the Future of Work? Do we need to create digital apprenticeships? Would digital hubs help lure employers to our regions? More >>
Blaming Individual Policies for Defeat Not Plausible
Monday, 10 November 2014, 10:35 am | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
Pinning Labour's poor election result on a couple of policies risks missing the the much bigger issues facing the party as it rebuilds, Grant Robertson Labour leadership contender said. More >>
Robertson Backs Plan To Save Auckland From Gridlock
Sunday, 2 November 2014, 12:14 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
The Congestion Free Network’s (CFN) public transport projects’ plan for Auckland offers the best solution to save the city from traffic gridlock, Labour leadership contender Grant Robertson said today. More >>
Labour Day a Time to Commit to Fair And Safe Workplaces
Monday, 27 October 2014, 1:57 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
As New Zealanders celebrate Labour Day, Labour Leadership candidate Grant Robertson is making a re-commitment to ensuring all working New Zealanders get a fair deal at work. Grant Robertson will participate in Labour Day events in Auckland today ... More >>
National’s Employment Laws Grim for Working People
Tuesday, 21 October 2014, 4:10 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
The new Government is expected to push through changes to employment law in the coming weeks that will damage the health and economic wellbeing of New Zealanders, Labour Leadership contender Grant Robertson, said. More >>
A New Generation for Labour to Win
Sunday, 19 October 2014, 3:36 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
The Labour Party must reconnect with New Zealanders through a new generation of leadership that looks forwards and outwards, Labour Leadership contender Grant Robertson said today. More >>
NZ Must Uphold Independent Stance on Security Council
Friday, 17 October 2014, 9:11 am | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
John Key must commit to upholding New Zealand's reputation as a country that takes independent and principled stances on the world stage as we take up a seat on the UNSecurity Council Grant Robertson Labour leadership candidate, and a former New ... More >>
Robertson Formally Nominates for Labour Leadership
Friday, 10 October 2014, 12:15 pm | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
A three year programme to rebuild and reconnect the Labour Party as the driving force for progressive change in New Zealand is essential to the future success of the Party, Labour MP Grant Robertson said as he formally submitted his nomination ... More >>
Statement from Grant Robertson
Friday, 26 September 2014, 9:46 am | Grant Robertson - Labour MP
“In response to numerous media inquiries, I would like to reiterate that I respect David Cunliffe's statement that he is taking time to reflect and take soundings in light of the election result and discussions at Caucus on Tuesday. More >>