Labour Party stories - Page 2

The Labour Party is calling for assurance on Maori TV editorial independence following the shock resignation of Mihingarangi Forbes last week.

The government will do whatever it can to ensure the Auckland convention centre is built under a deal with SkyCity Entertainment Group, said Labour.

Labour calls out systemic abuse of info requests, setting stage for Ombudsman's review to challenge New Zealand government's transparency.

Tinder not to blame for the threat to women, says Labour MP. Focus should be on perpetrators, not technology. Safety apps available.

I've noticed that left-wing supporters are far more vocal about their distaste for the right than right-wing supports are at all.

Labour vows to bridge digital divide with portable computers for students in Years 5-13, aiming to make digital education accessible for all.

Google New Zealand's 2013 tax bill of NZD $227,074 pales against its global revenue of USD $15.42 billion for Q1 2014, stoking debate on fair taxation.

Dunedin Hospital IT meltdown compromises patient care, takes focus off Prime Minister's visit, says Labour MP.

Labour and Mega's Dotcom confront GCSB bill in a powerhouse meeting tonight, urging NZ to defend freedoms against hasty surveillance laws.

Labour slams govt for shelving copyright law review, urges NZ internet and creative sectors to push for reform to match digital age needs.

The Ministry of Justice is alleged to have suffered a serious website security flaw last week, with up to 63,000 documents potentially publicly accessed.

Telecom faces backlash as job cut rumours intensify, with Labour Party alleging up to 1500 redundancies on the horizon, sparking concern among staff.

John Key's threat to overrule NZ's Commerce Commission could raise broadband bills by $12 monthly, Labour claims, criticising political interference.

As Facebook comes under criticism for low tax payments in NZ, company stock increases by nearly US$7 a share during November.

Facebook New Zealand criticised for paying only $14,500 tax last year; Labour calls for action against tax loopholes.

After U.S. officials accused the company of bribery and spying, opposition party questions the Chinese firm's share of the $1.35 billion UFB rollout.

Labour proposes alternative amendment to combat the government's Patents Bill, which they say will stifle New Zealand's software sector.

Labour demands stricter telco regulation after Vodafone NZ's $960k fine for misleading broadband and mobile promotions, signalling a lesson for the industry.

Labour criticises ministers for amending the Patents Bill, claiming it stifles NZ's software sector by allowing widespread patenting, hurting small innovators.

After Pacific Fibre closure, Labour doubts future of NZ's broadband, impacting economic promises and competition in fibre pricing.