Taking national security seriously

Tuesday, 2 August 2005, 6:40 pm
Press Release: Progressive Party

2 August 2005

Hon Matt Robson MP, Progressive Deputy Leader

Mr Winston Peters extravagant claims cannot be taken seriously, but it does not follow that others are not taking national security seriously.

National security is not enhanced by creating an atmosphere of hysteria and trial-by-unsubstantiated-allegation said Matt Robson, commenting on the New Zealand First Leader’s claims at Question Time today.

ENDS

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