There’s been no contrition, no certainty and no end game.
To summarise the Prime Minister’s “road map” Auckland will go to Level 2 gradually at an unspecified timeframe. And there will be picnics.
Jacinda Arden should admit she was wrong, give us a proper plan and let Aucklanders know when the finish line is in sight.”
David Seymour
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