It suggests regional councillors be retained until the end of this term.
Geoff Simmons says it would provide an immediate stimulus in response to Covid-19.
Revenue Minister says government loan scheme take-up unknown.
James Shaw said if Greens opposed the legislation, National would have shaped it.
Non-bank lenders say they’re small business specialists and essential to recovery.
David Parker says priority will be given to housing, transport and environmental projects.
Eligibility criteria will be the same as the wage subsidy scheme.
But a corporate lawyer warns new national interest test should be used sparingly.
Removal of LVR restrictions to be reviewed after a year.
Politics: It needs to look like a government-in-waiting with the country’s interests at heart.