Labour claims National's latest supermarket announcement is just lip service, failing to address rising costs for New Zealanders.
The Labour Party has criticized the current government for not taking meaningful action in the grocery sector, despite promising to do so nearly two years ago. Commerce and consumer affairs spokesperson Arena Williams expressed disappointment with the lack of concrete plans to bring down prices. National's announcement to gather more information from major supermarket players is seen as a delaying tactic rather than a genuine attempt to address the issue.
According to Arena Williams, this move demonstrates that the government has prioritized other issues over reducing costs for New Zealanders. Labour had expected a more substantial announcement after two years of promises but was instead left disappointed. The party's criticism echoes its previous dissatisfaction with the government's handling of ferry prices and bank reforms.