20 May 2025

Debate for Te Pati Maori MPs punishment cut short

From Checkpoint, 5:15 pm on 20 May 2025

The much-anticipated debate surrounding the punishment for Te Pati Maori has been abruptly cut short - after a surprise vote from the coalition to delay it till next month. The unexpected development came after opposition parties threatened to effectively prolong the debate for hours on end in Budget week. Deputy political editor Craig McCulloch filed this report.