Labour leader Jacinda Ardern says her government has been progressive, but a simpler government arrangement would mean a faster recovery from Covid-19. The Labour leader told RNZ's Morning Report today she has proved she can work with three parties, so she can work with two - but also hinted that governing alone might be preferable. "My final pitch to voters continues to be that I'm looking for a strong mandate for Labour. Every vote that comes to Labour does enable us to form a strong stable government, it means that we can get on with things faster," she said. The party entered a coalition with Labour - and the Greens providing confidence and supply - at the last election.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 15, 2020 19:52 UTC