NZ governments enjoy an ‘executive paradise’ – a longer parliamentary term won’t change that
- Written by Richard Shaw, Professor of Politics, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University
Getty ImagesExtending the length of the parliamentary term is one of those recurring issues in New Zealand politics, emerging from the constitutional shadows every 30 years or so and quickly retreating from the bright light of scrutiny.
The pending introduction of the Term of Parliament (Enabling 4-year Term) Legislation Amendment Bill – a...
