Photo: RNZWinston Peters has accused the Broadcasting Standards Authority (BSA) of "bordering on fascist" after it concluded it has jurisdiction over online media service The Platform. Peters told Plunket the move was one of "breathtaking audacity". Plunket - who disagrees with the BSA decision - told his audience he was frustrated by the lack of action from the government. The Act Party has a private member's bill to abolish the BSA, which Peters hinted his party would support. Act leader David Seymour told reporters at Parliament on Wednesday afternoon that it was time for the BSA to go.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 01, 2026 15:24 UTC