Tag: government_budget

Green Party Slams Budget for Failing to Address Poverty

22 May 2025 · via Peter Fowler

The Green Party criticizes the Government's Budget, claiming it will increase poverty, especially among vulnerable teenagers. Ricardo Menéndez March, the party’s spokesperson for Social Development and Employment, stated that the Budget, dubbed the ‘Growth Budget,’ will lead to a "growth…

Politics and Government Social Issues General Politics State Governments Employment and Labor Poverty Economy Green Party Ricardo Menéndez March Social Development Employment Child Poverty Government Budget Aotearoa
New Zealand Boosts Investment in Youth Offender Rehabilitation

22 May 2025 · via Peter Fowler

The New Zealand government is investing over $103 million over four years to upgrade facilities and fund initiatives aimed at reducing recidivism among young offenders. According to Hon. Karen Chhour, Minister for Children, this investment builds on successes that have…

Politics and Government Social Issues Law Enforcement State Governments Legal Karen Chhour Oranga Tamariki Youth Justice Recidivism Government Budget Public Safety