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Act leader David Seymour would work with Opportunity if it kept Labour out
Act leader David Seymour says he'd work with Opportunity if it kept Labour out of power.
In brief
Act leader David Seymour says he'd work with Opportunity if it kept Labour out of power. Act leader David Seymour would collaborate with Opportunity if it excluded Labour from government. Originally reported by NZ Herald.
Act leader David Seymour
David Seymour announced his party's fiscal plan for the 2026 election.
Seymour on Opportunity
Seymour said he would work with Opportunity if it kept Labour out of government.
Mongrel Mob reference
Seymour compared Opportunity to a four-headed beast rather than Green co-leaders running from Mongrel Mob headquarters.
Opportunity's tax policy
Seymour said Opportunity's land tax for universal basic income would destroy rural communities.
Immigration concerns
Seymour called the India free trade deal a red herring for immigration worries.
India FTA impact
Seymour noted the India FTA increased Indian visas by 6% over the past two decades.
Waitangi Tribunal
Seymour said the Waitangi Tribunal should be wound up with National support if re-elected.
Seymour's four pitches
Seymour proposed cutting red tape, improving primary care, toughening crime, and constitutional reforms.
Mongrel Mob photos
Seymour linked gang violence to drugs, poverty, and violence in the Mongrel Mob.
Seymour's view on Opportunity
Seymour said Opportunity's policies are unlikely to pass the 5% threshold for Parliament.
Seymour on immigration
Seymour said the India FTA would strengthen New Zealand's trade with the world's largest economy.
Seymour on Waitangi
Seymour celebrated the Waitangi Tribunal for settling historical grievances.
Seymour's stance
Seymour said Opportunity's policies have been taken off the table for being too crazy.
Seymour on crime
Seymour proposed adding burglary to Three Strikes to tackle crime.
Seymour on primary care
Seymour wanted pharmacists to hold consults for minor ailments to reduce hospital pressure.
Seymour on constitutional reform
Seymour called constitutional reforms 'one law for all' to unify the country.
The headline
Act leader David Seymour would collaborate with Opportunity if it excluded Labour from government.
