In politics we talk about rising inflation, whether the government's investor rules have had any impact on reining in the housing market and how Judith Collins' first year as National Party leader has gone. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour.  He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

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Kathryn talks to Neale and Brigitte about the pace of the Covid vaccine rollout and the worsening infection rates in Australia, particularly in New South Wales. What might this mean for the Trans Tasman bubble?

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Brigitte Morten and Neale Jones join Kathryn to look at whether the PM has made a misstep over hate speech, is it part of a desire to speed up action on some changes - and what are the risks in that?

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The Covid spread in Australia, sees the trans Tasman travel bubble paused and highlights slow vaccination rates here. Also frustration at the rollout of the Government's almost 2-billion dollar programme for mental health services.

Neale, Liam and Kathryn talk about the positve forecasts for the economy, tempered with worker shortages set to bite. Also the latest Covid vaccine rollout and whether the booking system is robust enough. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is director of Capital Government Relations. Liam Hehir is a Palmerston North lawyer, political commentator and a National Party member

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Kathryn, Neale and Brigitte discuss the Government's electric vehicle rebate scheme which will be funded through levies on high emission new cars and imports. Also the Immigration Minister's visa extension for 10.000 foreign workers. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is the director of Capital Government Relations. Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen and Brigitte talk to Kathryn about when hard calls might get made not the Climate Change Commission's final report is with the Government, and reflections on National MP's three decade long career. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments.

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The trans Tasman Prime Ministers meet, Jacinda Ardern and Scott Morrison hold talks. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is the director of Capital Government Relations. Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

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Neale, Ben and Kathryn with some post Budget analysis and discussion about the Opposition's response.

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Stephen, Ben and Kathryn discuss the results of last night's Newshub-Reid research poll including preferred Prime Minister, and they look ahead to the budget on Thursday. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

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Neale, Ben and Kathryn talk about a new unit within the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet to keep the Government on track to meeting priorities in key portfolios, including housing, child welfare and infrastructure. They also look at fair pay agreements and ahead to next week's budget.

Neale Jones and Brigitte Morten talk to Kathryn about the key recommendations in National review document, and leader Judith Collins' 'racist separatism' comments following the health reform announcement that includes a new Maori Health Authority. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is the director of Capital Government Relations. Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen and Brigitte join Kathryn to look at the big shakeup of the health system and the risks for the government if it doesn't result in better service delivery. Will race be a big issue in the 2023 election, given decisions made on establishing a MÄori Health Authority and how to resolve IhumÄtao, and why did Labour vote to keep the waka-jumping law? Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Political commentators Stephen Mills & Brigitte Morten

Stephen, Brigitte and Kathryn discuss the ongoing management of Covid as the trans Tasman bubble takes off. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

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Brigitte Morten and Shane Te Pou talk to Kathryn about the pressure mounting on the Government over the Covid vaccine rollout and the latest border workers infected with the virus. Also the reaction to the suspension of arrivals from India. And what's happening in the City of Sails with Light Rail, business confidence and safety at the Ports of Auckland. Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government. Shane Te Pou is a former candidate, campaign manager and executive member of the Labour Party, and a former union official. He is no longer a member of any political party. He is a Director and HR Manager for IT Company Mega.

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