Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jun 29, 2017 17:31:31 GMT 12
FIGHT FOR BETTER MĀORI REPRESENTATION IN LOCAL GOVT TO GO ON
The Green Party is disappointed that its Member’s Bill to enable better Māori representation in local government was voted down last night, but is vowing to continue its campaign to make it happen.
Marama Davidson’s Bill would have ensured that the establishment of Māori and general wards follow the same legal process. Currently, the establishment of Māori wards in local government can be put to a referendum, whereas general wards can’t be – they are decided by councils alone.......
www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1706/S00509/fight-for-better-maori-representation-in-local-govt-to-go-on.htm
The Green Party is disappointed that its Member’s Bill to enable better Māori representation in local government was voted down last night, but is vowing to continue its campaign to make it happen.
Marama Davidson’s Bill would have ensured that the establishment of Māori and general wards follow the same legal process. Currently, the establishment of Māori wards in local government can be put to a referendum, whereas general wards can’t be – they are decided by councils alone.......
www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1706/S00509/fight-for-better-maori-representation-in-local-govt-to-go-on.htm