Ardern became the first New Zealand Prime Minister to walk in the parade when she walked with Rainbow Labour in this year’s event. In the wake of Auckland Pride’s ban on uniformed police officers participating in next year’s Pride parade, Jacinda Ardern has said Pride is “at its best when it is an inclusive event,” […]
“The statement that New Zealand Police is a racist organisation is directly at odds with the core values we uphold, particularly diversity, professionalism, respect and commitment to Maori and the Treaty.” An NZ Police spokesperson has said. “We strive to be a fair, impartial and bias-free police service, and we are continually on a journey to ensure we achieve […]