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Public pressure can force snapper flip-flop
Monday, 19 August 2013, 2:45 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The government must abandon its plans to reduce recreational snapper catch limits, while leaving commercial catches unchanged, Labour Leader David Shearer says. More >>
Nitrate detection a warning for all producers
Monday, 19 August 2013, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The cancellation of export certificates for Westland Milk Products shows the extra scrutiny New Zealand goods are under following Fonterra’s botulism scare, Labour’s Primary Industries spokesperson Damien O’Connor says. More >>
Two-speed economy: Big corporates v SMEs
Monday, 19 August 2013, 1:16 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
National is creating a two-speed economy with new figures showing small businesses are struggling under this government – in direct contrast to the handouts National gives to the big end of town, Labour’s Economic Development spokesperson David ... More >>
A day of celebration for equality and LGBTI rights
Monday, 19 August 2013, 8:56 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Today, any two people regardless of their sex, sexual orientation or gender identity can marry in New Zealand. It is a milestone that is cause for joy and celebration, says Labour MP, Louisa Wall. “I am immensely proud to have led the campaign for ... More >>
National admits defeat on climate change
Friday, 16 August 2013, 2:01 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
National has today admitted defeat on climate change by setting a 5 per cent emissions reduction target by 2020, Labour’s Climate Change spokesperson Moana Mackey says. More >>
Let’s get Christchurch moving
Friday, 16 August 2013, 10:55 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Urgent action is needed to get Christchurch moving, says Labour’s Christchurch Transport spokesperson Megan Woods. “Earthquake Minister Gerry Brownlee has revealed that he doesn’t think Canterbury’s much awaited central city transport plan is ... More >>
Key making up GSCB law as he goes along
Friday, 16 August 2013, 10:00 am | New Zealand Labour Party
John Key's belated statement to the media about the warrants he intends granting under the GCSB Bill shows why he has been so wrong to rush this law through, Labour Leader David Shearer says. More >>
Gutted Emissions Trading Scheme damaging forestry
Thursday, 15 August 2013, 2:41 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
A new report shows the gutted Emissions Trading Scheme is damaging the forestry sector, Labour’s Climate Change spokesperson Moana Mackey says. “The annual ‘Section 89’ report on the ETS shows deforestation is rising and foresters are leaving the ... More >>
Govt mismanagement costs more Solid Energy jobs
Thursday, 15 August 2013, 1:46 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
National’s failure to rein in Solid Energy’s reckless spending is a key reason 93 miners have lost their jobs at Huntly East, says Labour’s SOEs spokesperson Clayton Cosgrove. More >>
Ban shows need for stand-alone food agency
Thursday, 15 August 2013, 12:49 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Bans on New Zealand dairy produce show the need for a stand-alone food safety agency, Labour’s Food Safety spokesperson Damien O’Connor says. More >>
Groser should have been able to halt trade ban
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 2:56 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The Russian trade ban on Fonterra products is set to last until next year and may have been avoided if Moscow Embassy officials had been able to provide safety assurances to Russia, says Labour’s Trade spokesperson Clayton Cosgrove. More >>
Over 65s to double by 2040 – changes needed
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 2:17 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The number of Kiwis aged over 65 will double by 2040 to 1.2 million, showing Labour is right to steadily raise the retirement age to 67 to make super affordable, says Labour’s Finance spokesperson David Parker. More >>
Nats’ housing policy targets 10% of Kiwis
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 1:00 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
National’s latest tinkering with housing policy will not make any difference to 90 per cent of people looking for a home, and won’t make houses more affordable, says Labour Leader David Shearer. More >>
Child protection policies must extend to charter schools
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 12:33 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
If the Government is genuinely committed to doing everything possible to ensure children are safe it will make sure charter schools’ teachers face the same rigorous checks that those in state schools do, says Labour’s Education Spokesperson Chris Hipkins. More >>
0800 out of pocket – StudyLink not picking up
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 9:19 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Call centre delays and processing hold-ups at StudyLink are forcing increasing numbers of students to borrow from friends or family to pay for basics such as food and rent, Labour’s Social Development spokesperson Jacinda Ardern says. More >>
Government must stand up for athletes’ rights
Tuesday, 13 August 2013, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The Government must condemn Russia’s new anti-gay legislation and move to ensure New Zealand athletes and supporters will be safe during next year’s Winter Olympics in Sochi, Labour’s Sport and Recreation spokesperson Trevor Mallard says. More >>
Protecting kids the number one priority
Tuesday, 13 August 2013, 12:44 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Moves by the Government to strengthen child protection laws offer a platform for some robust discussion on how to better look after vulnerable Kiwi kids, Labour’s acting Social Development spokesperson Annette King says. More >>
Asset sales cash to pay for MRP loyalty shares
Tuesday, 13 August 2013, 11:47 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Over $40 million raised from the sale of Mighty River Power will pay for the loyalty shares given to investors, says Labour’s SOEs spokesperson Clayton Cosgrove. More >>
Jibber jabber can’t hide the facts
Tuesday, 13 August 2013, 11:03 am | New Zealand Labour Party
A flurry of statements from Health Minister Tony Ryall suggesting DHBs are collecting dud statistics is hardly reassuring for the country’s emergency department or for patients, Labour’s Health spokesperson Annette King says. More >>
Government blows $8.63 million on MBIE fiasco
Tuesday, 13 August 2013, 8:59 am | New Zealand Labour Party
National has spent $8.63 million in the last year on its botched restructure of the country's Health and Safety Inspectorate, leaving a dangerously under-resourced front line in its wake, says Darien Fenton, Labour's Health and Safety spokesperson. More >>
