This is edition 2025/62 of the Ten@10 newsletter.
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1. Four-Year Term of Parliament Bill: why I oppose it
Grant Duncan
- 📜 This Bill proposes extending Parliament's term from 3 to 4 years, creating uncertainty for voters about future election cycles.
- 🗳️ It introduces risks of legal challenges by codifying select committee proportions in statute, undermining the separation of powers.
- 🚫 Voters, unsure of the term's length at election time, face potential manipulation by political leaders seeking longer terms.
- 💬 Public trust in Parliament and government accountability could suffer due to post-election negotiations over term length.
- 🛑 Given its implications, this Bill warrants careful consideration and public scrutiny before any further legislative action.
