Treaty clause review could be matter of life or death – Waitangi Tribunal

Julia GabelPolitical Journalist·NZ Herald·31 Jul, 2026 05:00 AM2 mins to read‌Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and NZ First leader Winston Peters.

Photos / NZMEPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and NZ First leader Winston Peters.

Photos / NZMEA Government review of treaty clauses in pieces of legislation that address inequities could lead to a loss of Māori lives, the Waitangi Tribunal finds. The tribunal has criticised the Government’s introduction of the policy and accused ministers of putting politics before Māori welfare.

The review was baked