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Act MP questions Government agencies’ diversity and inclusion plans

An Act MP has criticised diversity, equity, and inclusion plans published by MBIE and Treasury, questioning their alignment with coalition priorities.

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Act MP Todd Stephenson has raised concerns about diversity, equity, and inclusion plans recently released by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the Treasury. He questioned whether the plans align with the coalition Government's priorities and suggested some may view them as ideologically driven. The plans have drawn both criticism and support from different quarters.

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MBIE, Treasury diversity plans face scrutiny from Act MP, praise from union

Act MP Todd Stephenson is criticising diversity, equity, and inclusion plans recently published by two Government agencies, questioning whether they align with the coalition’s priorities and suggesting some may see them as “woke”.

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