David Seymour's Treaty Principles Bill seeks to define Treaty of Waitangi principles in Parliament, sparking concerns.

Act Party leader David Seymour will introduce the Treaty Principles Bill, aiming to establish three new principles for the Treaty of Waitangi, which he believes should be defined by Parliament instead of the courts. The Waitangi Tribunal warns it could severely damage Māori-Crown relations. The Green Party urges Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to withdraw the bill, citing concerns about its impact on the Treaty and national unity. National and NZ First won't support the bill beyond its first reading.

November 05, 2024
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