Left and right question mega-merger of MfE, MoT, and MHUD

Left and right question mega-merger of MfE, MoT, and MHUD
Lan Pham fears environmental concerns will take a backseat to development if ministries are merged. (Image: Supplied)
Dileepa Fonseka
Voices from both sides of politics are questioning the wisdom of merging the environment, transport, and housing ministries – but for very different reasons. Earlier, Victoria University of Wellington School of Government chair Jonathan Boston, told BusinessDesk the merger could lead to environmental issues being de-prioritised. On Tuesday, Green Party environment spokesperson Lan Pham told BusinessDesk she had similar concerns.“This looks like yet another plan to weaken environmental protections by smothering them under develo...

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