Headline: MR: BRIBE-O-METER RELAUNCHED FOR NORTHLAND BY-ELECTION
10 MARCH 2015
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Taxpayers’ Union is today proudly relaunching its election Bribe-O-Meter to keep track of politicians’ pork-barrel promises in the lead up to Northland’s by-election. Taxpayers’ Union Executive Director, Jordan Williams, says:
“While the by-election is for the seat of Northland, the cost of pork-barrel promises will impact the pockets of all New Zealand taxpayers.”
“The Prime Minister has already indicated that there will be further Northland-related policies launched throughout the campaign. The Bribe-O-Meter is to provide transparency to taxpayers on what those promises will cost.”
“Currently the National Party’s Northland promises equal $28.37 per New Zealand household. Winston Peters meanwhile is promising new ports and railways. Our initial estimate is that the cost, if implemented, would be at least $180 per household.”
The Bribe-O-Meter is available at www.taxpayers.org.nz/bribe-o-meter and will be updated regularly in the lead up to polling day on 28 March.
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ENQUIRIES:
Jordan Williams
021 762 542
NOTES TO EDITORS:
The New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union is an independent activist group, dedicated to being the voice for Kiwi taxpayers in the corridors of power. It’s here to fight government waste and make sure New Zealanders get value for money from their tax dollar.
The Taxpayers’ Union operates a 24 hour media line for comment on taxpayer issues. Representatives are available on (04) 282 0302.
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