New Zealand First Veterans’ Affairs
spokesperson Bill Gudgeon says he’s bitterly disappointed
that the Government is refusing to acknowledge the extent of
harm caused to Vietnam Veterans by exposure to Agent Orange.
“The Government’s refusal to acknowledge irrefutable
evidence that New Zealand troops were exposed to the aerial
spraying of the defoliant, and that this exposure has been
linked to a range of health problems, is insulting to the
former soldiers,” said Mr Gudgeon.
“New Zealand First is
adamant that an apology must be given to our former
servicemen and compensation of some form be paid.
“The
debate has gone on for far too long, and the after effects
have not only affected veterans but also their families.
“The Government must take responsibility and accept
officially once and for all that these Vietnam veterans
deserve better treatment,” concluded Mr Gudgeon.
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