Tag: disability_support_services_bill
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Government Rushes Disability Bill, Green Party Alleges Lack of Consultation
The Green Party criticizes the Government for fast-tracking the Strengthening Disability Support Services Bill through Parliament, alleging disabled people were "blindsided" by the lack of consultation and calling for a more accessible legislative process.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegalEducation Green PartyDisability Support Services BillKahurangi CarterParliamentDisability RightsLegislationAotearoaElection
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Green Party Opposes Disability Support Bill Over Consultation Failures
The Green Party is opposing the Government's Disability Support Services Bill, citing a lack of consultation with disabled communities and concerns over its impact on family carers and Māori whānau. They argue it limits protections and ignores key principles.
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