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Mr Speaker, I move that the Video Surveillance (Temporary Measures) Bill be now read a first time.
- Christopher Finlayson
- Attorney-General
The third and final reading of this bill marks the completion of more than two years of consultation and policy development on a matter that has vexed us as a nation for almost a decade.
Today this House repeals the Foreshore and Seabed Act 2004. It replaces that act with new legislation which recognizes and protects the interests and rights of all New Zealanders to the common marine and coastal area.
It ensures the right of public access, without charge, to the common marine and coastal area.
- Christopher Finlayson
- Attorney-General