30 Jul 2020

National Party MPs give valedictory speeches

From Morning Report, 6:45 am on 30 July 2020

Three National Party MPs gave their valedictory speeches in Parliament, but not everyone went quietly.

Former Deputy Prime Minister Paula Bennett, Sarah Dowie and Alastair Scott said farewell to the house last night.

But among the thank yous and jokes, there were pointed comments about the culture at Parliament and the toll it takes.

Here's political reporter Charlie Dreaver with the story.