New Zealand needs a welfare state suited to the conditions and requirements of the 21st century, writes Jonathan Boston. In response, the Labour-New Zealand First coalition has signalled major changes to the welfare state. A thorough review of the welfare state is timely. New Zealand needs a welfare state suited to the conditions and requirements of the 21st century. Any redesign of our welfare state must be guided by clear principles and specific goals.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 09, 2018 16:52 UTC