Review needs to look at NZ’s long-term immigration
needs
“Our government is about to review all aspects of
the immigration system including the appeal and removal
process. A balanced review will deliver a balanced result,”
said Progressive MP Matt Robson.
“However I am very
concerned that outbursts by NZ First Leader Winston Peters
and his fellow MPs may lead to ill advised proposals for
change in an atmosphere of hysteria.
"It is important that
our government does not succumb to inflammatory politicking
by parties like NZ First," the Progressive MP said.
“The
review needs to proceed in a balanced and objective manner
which will take into account both New Zealand’s long term
need for new settlers and the skills they bring, and
policies and practices to treat new settlers even-handedly
and
fairly.
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