National announces three budget responsibility rules for re-election pitch
Sunday 9 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Christopher Luxon, Labour Party, National Party, Nicola Willis
The National Party has unveiled three fiscal rules aimed at reducing debt and controlling government spending. Finance spokesperson Nicola Willis stated the policies would target a return to surplus by 2028/29 and aim to lower debt to below 40% of GDP.
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