NZ First’s plan has been widely panned, including from the Prime Minister who termed it a $30b waste of money.
Current debt levels are prudent but Treasury warns debt could grow significantly by 2060.
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Strong general support for ALR project but National Party and Act oppose it.
Prime Minister says new framework offers more protection than alert level system.
David Parker is ‘astounded’ Act does not support housing supply legislation.
Commitment also made to reduce fossil fuel subsidies.
National's Nicola Willis nails government agency over possible political impartiality.
But Damien O’Connor says New Zealand has shown flexibility and the EU enthusiasm for a deal.
Motor vehicle industry says NZ market too small to lead the pack on clean vehicles.