The Maori Party says its decision not to travel to Waitangi next week is about giving certainty - and erring on the side of caution
The Maori Party says its decision not to travel to Waitangi next week is about giving certainty - and erring on the side of caution
28 January 2021
It doesn't plan to attend the annual commemorations after advice from iwi... and to minimise the risk of spreading Covid-19.
Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says they've been reliant on advisors on the ground who are feeling anxious.
She says they're really wanting to take the weight off the locals at the moment.
Ngarewa-Packer's open to reviewing their position if the situation changes.
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