Questions about the economic health of the regions and refugees as Parliament resumes after a week’s break. Finance minister, Bil English, concedes some regions are struggling and confirms that an increase in jobs will be outpaced by a rise in unemployment. Opposition questions on refugees are led by the Greens co-leader, James Shaw, and fielded by Immigration Minister, Michael Woodhouse. The Speaker rejects requests for an urgent debate on the Government’s decision to accept an additional 600 Syrian refugees.
Audio Player
