Post by Kiwi Frontline on Feb 1, 2024 4:25:27 GMT 12
TE REO MĀORI ROLLBACK EXCLUDES COUNCILS
Despite the government rolling back on te reo Māori use in the public sector, council policies would not be affected, the local government minister has confirmed.
The refreshed policy would obligate the council to provide opportunities for staff, elected members, and appointed members to "learn, understand, and speak te reo Māori".
"Local government is responsible to its residents and ratepayers and the government has no intention to involve itself in these matters," he said.....
www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/508079/te-reo-maori-rollback-excludes-councils
Despite the government rolling back on te reo Māori use in the public sector, council policies would not be affected, the local government minister has confirmed.
The refreshed policy would obligate the council to provide opportunities for staff, elected members, and appointed members to "learn, understand, and speak te reo Māori".
"Local government is responsible to its residents and ratepayers and the government has no intention to involve itself in these matters," he said.....
www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/508079/te-reo-maori-rollback-excludes-councils