National Party Leader Todd Muller has announced the
line-up of the next Government.
“New Zealand is
facing perhaps the toughest time that almost anyone alive
can remember.
“We are borrowing tens of billions
of dollars to get us through this crisis. There is only one
team that can spend it competently and well, and that is my
National Party team.”
Mr Muller said he was
particularly pleased senior MP Amy Adams had agreed to be
the Minister for Covid-19 Recovery in his Government.
“Amy is tough and tested and will play a key role in
getting you, your family and your community through
this.”
Former leader Simon Bridges has said he
needs time to reflect on his future. Mr Muller said there
would be a place for him in his Cabinet should he decide to
stay in politics.
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