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30K Welfare Payments Accidentally Cut | Auckland News
Thirty thousand welfare payments were mistakenly halted due to a flawed law change, leaving recipients—including an 84-year-old man struggling to pay rent—thousands of dollars short, with over $2.5 million owed back. The Ministry of Social Development admitted fault, with top officials apologizing for the stress caused, but critics argue the minister avoided direct media engagement, especially ahead of an election. Fixes are underway, including legal changes and better impact assessments to prevent future errors. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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