New Zealand PM urges local governments to focus on basic services amid unresolved roles and funding.

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has urged local governments to prioritize basic services, reflecting a need to clarify their fundamental role. The current local government system, established in the late 1980s, has led to ongoing debates about its functions. The National party advocates for a limited approach aligned with Anglophone models, while Labour supports a broader European model. Both parties favor a strong central government, leaving local government roles and funding unresolved.

September 22, 2024
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