Legislation broadening the Defence Minister's powers to make uniformed-personnel fill posts - empty while civilian Defence Force staff are on strike - has passed its third and final reading
Legislation broadening the Defence Minister's powers to make uniformed-personnel fill posts - empty while civilian Defence Force staff are on strike - has passed its third and final reading
19 November 2025
The Bill includes removing the requirement for Parliament to debate how the NZDF manages redeployment within its own organisation.
Judith Collins says it's a way of making sure national security isn't put at risk.
She says it ensures industrial action from workers will still have its intended effect, while ensuring critical activities can continue.
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