Maniapoto mandate endorsed
Wednesday, 14 December 2016, 3:51 pm
Press Release: Maniapoto Maori Trust Board
Maniapoto mandate endorsed
Maniapoto Māori Trust
Board chairman, Tiwha Bell is pleased to announce that the
Crown has recognised the Board’s deed of mandate to
represent Maniapoto in treaty settlement
negotiations.
“This is a positive step and while there
is much work to be done, keeping our people updated
regularly continues to be a priority” states
Bell.
“Now that mandate has been confirmed, it is
important to keep moving to the next milestone which is the
appointment of negotiators. I encourage those who are yet to
apply to submit their applications by midday Friday 16th
December, and anticipate announcing those appointed next
week.
We are committed to working together with all of
Maniapoto, kotahitanga is paramount in moving forward so we
can get the best possible outcome for our
people.”
ends
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