Post by Kiwi Frontline on Apr 12, 2023 4:16:55 GMT 12
REFORM OF LOCAL BODY ELECTIONS MOVED NEARER TO REALITY AFTER THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTORAL LEGISLATION BILL HAD ITS SECOND READING LAST WEEK.
“It would change the process councils follow every six years to determine representation arrangements, making consideration of Maori representation the first step of this process.”
McAnulty said the bill set out an “enduring process for councils to consider Maori representation”.
“What this bill does not do is require councils to have Maori wards.
“These are important, local decisions. Maori wards might not work everywhere, and that’s okay.”....
times-age.co.nz/election-reform-a-step-closer/
“It would change the process councils follow every six years to determine representation arrangements, making consideration of Maori representation the first step of this process.”
McAnulty said the bill set out an “enduring process for councils to consider Maori representation”.
“What this bill does not do is require councils to have Maori wards.
“These are important, local decisions. Maori wards might not work everywhere, and that’s okay.”....
times-age.co.nz/election-reform-a-step-closer/