David Seymour calls for pause on consenting law enforcement

Friday 26 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 27 Sep 2025, 5:00am

In this story David Seymour, Environment Canterbury

Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has urged Environment Canterbury to pause enforcing current consenting laws. During a visit to Mid Canterbury on Wednesday, Seymour met with frustrated farmers and expressed dismay regarding their situation, describing the region as the "republic of Environment Canterbury".

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First reported by The Press, Fri 26 Sep 2025, 9:51am · 2 reports from 1 outlet over 19 hours

The PressFri 26 Sep 2025, 9:51am

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