Yearly Archives: 2003

Prostitution Reform Bill

I support this bill and many of the amendments that have been proposed, some of which better protect prostitutes from crime, violence, ill-treatment, and super-exploitation.

We don’t need legislation to be patriotic

Green MP Keith Locke is disappointed at the government's refusal to repeal a 1981 law against "dishonouring" the New Zealand flag.

Ambitious rail plan reduces need for new motorways

Auckland Green MP Keith Locke has praised the draft Auckland Passenger Rail plan, saying it reduces the need for new motorways.

JustPeace#19

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NZ should speak out to avoid brutal Aceh war

Green Foreign Affairs spokesperson Keith Locke wants New Zealand to try to stop the impending military attack on the Indonesian province of Aceh.

NZ must not repeat Timor mistake, says Locke

Green MP, Keith Locke is warning that the Government risks another Timorese tragedy if it doesn't press Indonesia to halt its military campaign in Aceh.

Response to the Budget

New anti-terrorism or security spending comes up in a number of Government departmental budgets.

JustPeace#20

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New Zealand must stand up to the bullies

The Greens are defending New Zealand's right to conduct its foreign policy without threat or interference from other states.