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Lighting the regulations bonfire
Hon Paul Goldsmith 
March 09, 2020
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Every day in Parliament someone discovers a new problem that can be fixed by a new regulation. Often it can seem like a good idea – something to improve the quality of rental properties, something to reduce accidents, or to allow a voice to be heard on a particular topic.
Dealing with the unexpected
Hon Paul Goldsmith February 28, 2020
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At Christmas no one would have expected the coronavirus outbreak that is currently creating such disruption around the world.
Goldsmith Update - February 2020
Hon Paul Goldsmith February 14, 2020
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The election year kicked off in Parliament this week with familiar themes: the government in trouble, especially New Zealand First; lots of big promises from Jacinda Ardern met with widespread scepticism regarding her ability to deliver; and the National party remains focused on putting more money in your pocket, building the roads to get us moving and providing security for you and your family.
Let’s get the city moving
Hon Paul Goldsmith February 04, 2020
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As we kick into election year, I’m optimistic. Not just for my party’s prospects, but also for our country’s long-term prospects. Sure, there are many causes for alarm out there: at the time of writing it’s hard to know how economically significant the coronavirus outbreak will be. Trade wars, droughts, international tensions may create problems.
Nine years of progress on welfare being undone
Hon Paul Goldsmith January 24, 2020
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After years of improvement under National, benefit numbers are now back to heights last seen during the Global Financial Crisis.