Questions & Debate on National Security

by Desk Editor (Friday, November 7, 2014 — 1:25 PM)

Prospect of NZ’s military involvement in Middle East is a source of questions to Government ministers. Prime Minister delivers ministerial statement on national security. Ensuing debate features contributions from representatives of each political party. Paid Parental Leave Bill up for debate.

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Infectious Disease Controls Bill Debated

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 6:02 PM)

A bill which allows more control over those who pose risks due to infectious diseases has been sent to select committee with wide agreement.

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Questions and Answers – November 6

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 5:30 PM)

QUESTIONS TO MINISTERS Job Creation—Reports 1. DAVID BENNETT (National – Hamilton East) to the Minister for Economic Development: What reports has he received on job growth in the New Zealand economy?

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Government Intentions in Iraq Questioned

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 4:19 PM)

Winston Peters has a go at Government about next year’s sitting programme. Questions about Government intentions in Middle East. Judith Collins throws her weight around in the select committee rooms.

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Sitting Programme Confirmed Despite Opposition

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 3:24 PM)

Parliament has approved the House’s sitting programme until the end of 2015 despite opposition from NZ First.

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House To Rise On December 10

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 2:20 PM)

Parliament will adjourn for the summer break on December 10.

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Questions For Oral Answer November 6

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 11:38 AM)

QUESTIONS TO MINISTERS 1. DAVID BENNETT to the Minister for Economic Development: What reports has he received on job growth in the New Zealand economy?

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Sitting Programme To Be Confirmed

by Desk Editor (Thursday, November 6, 2014 — 10:40 AM)

MPs will vote on the proposed House sitting programme this afternoon.

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House Rises Debating Paid Parental Leave

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 10:03 PM)

The House rose just before 10pm interrupting debate on the paid parental leave bill with it set to face defeat.

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Questions and Answers – November 5

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 8:06 PM)

Questions to Ministers 1. Hon ANNETTE KING (Acting Deputy Leader—Labour) to the Prime Minister : Does he stand by all his statements? Rt Hon JOHN KEY (Prime Minister): Yes.

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Statement & Debate on National Security

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 4:46 PM)

Prime Minister delivers ministerial statement on national security. Ensuing debate features contributions from representatives of each political party.

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Papers And Reports

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 4:14 PM)

Following the Prime Minister’s ministerial statement on national security and speeches in reply, a number of documents were presented to the House.

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VIDEO: PM’s National Security Statement

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 3:20 PM)
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Extended Hours Session Ends

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 12:51 PM)

The first use of extended hours in this Parliament ended just before 1pm.

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Questions For Oral Answer November 5

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 12:02 PM)

QUESTIONS TO MINISTERS 1. Hon ANNETTE KING to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his statements?

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Prime Minister’s Statement At 2pm

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 10:50 AM)

Prime Minister John Key will make a ministerial statement at 2pm on the issue of national security.

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Busy Day Ahead For MPs

by Desk Editor (Wednesday, November 5, 2014 — 12:58 AM)

A busy day is ahead for MPs with the first extended hours sitting of this Parliament, a ministerial statement on possible intervention in the Middle East and a Members Day.

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