Simon Bridges
Ihumātao occupiers shut out of talks, no word from govt
Occupiers of the disputed land at Ihumātao have been shut out of talks with the government about finding a resolution, saying they haven't had any direct contact with ministers in over a month.
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Government needs support for anti-terrorism bill
The Government is facing opposition from National and the Green Party over a new bill which aims to clamp down on New Zealanders returning home after being involved in terrorist activities abroad… Audio
Little: no negotiation of counter-terrorism legislation
The Justice Minister Andrew Little is being bullish about new counter-terrorism legislation saying he's not up for negotiating. Without Green support Mr Little needs National's votes, but the… Audio
Immigration Minister responds to criticism from National
The National Party is accusing the Immigration Minister of another bad decision after granting residency to a man with several drink driving convictions. The man is a "protected person" under the… Audio
National would deny residency to 'protected person'
The National Party is accusing the government of a "Sroubek 2.0" situation after granting residency to a man with six drink driving convictions. The man is a "protected person" under the international… Audio
National: surplus at expense of taxpayers
National Party leader Simon Bridges says "it's criminal" that the Government's revealed the biggest budget surplus in a decade - $7.5 billion - more than double the forecasts, while there are… Audio
National leader Simon Bridges says gangs a homegrown issue
National leader Simon Bridges says the Police Minister's argument that the increase in gang numbers is being driven by criminals deported from Australia doesn't ring true - and this is a homegrown… Audio
Right thing to do - Simon Bridges
The National Party says the latest survey showing a slump of business confidence underlines the government's incompetence. The latest Institute of Economic Research's quarterly survey, out yesterday… Audio
All care and no control
Responsibility is a recurring issue during Parliament's Question Time. Ministers are responsible for their 'kingdoms', but exactly how responsible? Audio
All care and no control
Responsibility is a recurring issue during Parliament's Question Time. Ministers are responsible for their 'kingdoms', but exactly how responsible?
AudioIrony and advertising
The kerfuffle over Parliament video and advertising revolves around rule changes. When, how and for whose benefit do they change? It's a gamble but decisions made with self interest can be a…
Irony and advertising
The kerfuffle over Parliament video and advertising revolves around rule changes. When, how and for whose benefit do they change? It's a gamble but decisions made with self interest can be a…
AudioConfidence in Royal Commission 'badly broken' -Simon Bridges
Confidence in the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care is "badly broken", says leader of the opposition Simon Bridges. Audio
Explanation needed at Royal Commission, says National Party
The National Party leader says the Government needs to explain how a convicted paedophile has been allowed to be involved in meetings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care. One of the… Audio
Simon Bridges pledges birthing unit in Wanaka if elected
National leader Simon Bridges travelled to Wanaka today and promised a much-needed birthing unit if his party is elected next year.
Maternity care in Wanaka has come under increased scrutiny since… Video, Audio
Simon Bridges says the Government can't buy back Ihumatao
Opposition leader Simon Bridges says the Government can't buy back land at Ihumatao, because it would create a regrettable precedent. The Maori king, Kiingi Tuheitia, says mana whenua have made a… Audio
Facebook responds further to Christchurch Call
National leader, Simon Bridges has told Morning Report the only way the Christchurch Call will make a difference will be if the United States comes on board. Last week, the Leader of the Opposition… Audio
Learning in the firing line - Lessons from question time
In a busy political week Question time provided lots of lessons. Mostly of how not to do it. Here are a few of them. Audio
Learning in the firing line - Lessons from question time
In a busy political week Question time provided lots of lessons. Mostly of how not to do it. Here are a few of them.
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