New Zealand's government rejects $3bn annual child poverty reduction initiative, focusing on economic growth and tax cuts.
New Zealand's Child Poverty Reduction Minister, Louis Upston, announced the government will not allocate an extra $3 billion annually to meet its child poverty target of 6% by 2028, citing unrealistic goals amid current challenges. Instead, he advocates for economic growth and tax cuts. While the Green Party criticizes this stance, ACT Leader David Seymour emphasizes that increased welfare spending has not effectively reduced child poverty, urging a focus on self-sufficiency and individual empowerment.
September 22, 2024
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