Photo / Dom Thomas, RNZBy RNZNational Party leader Judith Collins says police's inquiry into unconscious bias is not necessary because she doesn't believe there is any systemic racism. On the other hand, Māori Party co-leader Rawiri Waititi said he had grave concerns the order would disproportionately affect Māori. "I trust the New Zealand police and I certainly trust them significantly more than I trust gang members, and I think that's the point. "I mean they [the Māori Party] are very clear they don't trust police and well I do trust the police. In March, police announced they were launching a long-term research project to investigate whether they have unconscious bias against Māori.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 11, 2021 21:33 UTC