Bill English
Voters care about policy not personality - Bill English
After a turbulent political week, and major transport policy announcements from Labour and National, we're joined by National leader Prime Minister Bill English. Video, Audio
National, Labour launch battle for Auckland voters
Jacinda Ardern has promised light rail across Auckland in a decade, while Bill English is pledging an electric rail line between Papakura and Pukekohe. RNZ deputy political editor Chris Bramwell was… Audio
Labour and National face off over Auckland transport
As the election campaign begins to get into full swing, both Labour and National have laid out their proposals to improve Auckland's transport network. Audio
Media make a drama out of Labour leadership crisis
New last-minute leaders for Labour have changed the story of the upcoming election for the media. But did they make a drama out of those opinion polls which forced the issue in the first place? Audio
Media make a drama out of Labour leadership crisis
New last-minute leaders for Labour have changed the story of the upcoming election for the media. But did they make a drama out of those opinion polls which forced the issue in the first place?
AudioCartoon: Wishing for a bit of the 'J' effect
Opinion - The media coverage enjoyed by Labour's new leader will have her rival wishing for more of his predecessor's charm, observes Toby Morris.
PM on Southern DHB treatment delays
Prime Minister Bill English says if Southern DHB isn't able to meet target times for operations, they should be transferred elsewhere. Audio
New Labour leader has first full day in the job
The new Labour leader has had her first full day in the job, and already there's debate around the questions that she's being asked as a young, female leader, such as whether she's planning to have… Audio
"An hour to play and the last (wo)man in"
With three weeks of Parliament left before it dissolves, there is still a surprising amount of action, both in the Chamber and politically. Audio
"An hour to play and the last (wo)man in"
With three weeks of Parliament left before it dissolves, there is still a surprising amount of action, both in the Chamber and politically.
AudioLabour hits poll low while National holds steady, Bill English discusses results
In the latest Colmar Brunton poll Labour is down to 24 percent, while National holds steady on 47 percent. Prime Minister and National leader Bill English joins us to discuss the results. Audio
Govt may backtrack on changes to skilled migrant visas
The Government may now backtrack on changes to the skilled migrant visas after complaints from businesses and the regions. The Prime Minister Bill English says it's listening to those complaints, and… Audio
Govt looking for "cheap way out" over state abuse inquiry
Prime Minister Bill English opens the door to the possibility of a review into the historical abuse of children in state care. For months, National has rebuffed calls for a public apology and… Audio
Govt accused of looking for 'cheap way out' of state abuse inquiry
A lawyer representing victims of historical abuse in state care is worried her clients are being set up for a second-rate solution.
Bill English defends his Government's decision against a state care abuse inquiry
The Prime Minister Bill English says holding an inquiry into historic abuse claims will make little difference those children currently in state care and may divert resources. Audio
Gareth Morgan calls for rethink of NZ's drinking age
Should the drinking age be raised to 20? MPs voted against it in 2012, but now Opportunities Party leader Gareth Morgan is calling for a rethink. Bridget Burke did a ring around of the various party… Audio
Bill English reacts to Shane Jones's political return
The Prime Minister Bill English says they'll need to work hard to beat Shane Jones after his return to politics. Mr English says he isn't threatened by NZ First leader Winston Peters' call for him to… Audio
School kids to PM: 'Do you have a pet?'
Prime Minister Bill English is questioned all the time, particularly by journalists. But Mongorei Primary School students were the ones asking the questions today. Audio
Kiwi hopefuls: Thiel gained citizenship, why can't I?
Peter Thiel was made a citizen after spending just 12 days in New Zealand. John Campbell talks to people who have lived in the country for more than 30 years, but can't gain citizenship. Audio
Law professor on legal issues with Todd Barclay tap allegations
Otago University law professor Andrew Geddis talks about the legal issues with recording conversations following the Todd Barclay saga. He says if the police did have enough evidence, it wouldn't be… Audio
