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Chris Hipkins illustrates how out of touch politicians can be

Chris Hipkins illustrates just how out of touch politicians can be Highlights: Chris Hipkins as Leader of the Opposition ( as of 30 June 2024) takes $200,444 after tax income per year. The poorest 50% of New Zealand take home $20,780 or less after taxes. MP’s also have a number of perks affording them subsidies and extra money during the year. Do we need politicians to benefit themselves if their ‘service’ isn’t improving the poorest 50% of the country. Links Allowances for NZ Politicians Income Tax Calculator Average Salary in New Zealand Wages by Profession Inequality Tower – Wealth Distribution in NZ, 2018

New Zealand IHR Amendments update

New Zealand’s IHR Amendment update Highlights: New Zealand Government rejected Article 59 of the IHR Amendments NZ Government DID NOT reject the Amendments New Zealand released their negotiation mandates in February, 2024. The mandates are concerning because they use the words ‘should’ instead of ‘must’ when it comes to things like upholding human rights A critical eye must be kept on the New Zealand government as they move into a decision making period over the IHR.