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Power plays create health policy whiplash
Wednesday 14 August 2024, 12:00 AM

Sweeping changes wielded by political power tools are redefining health [Image: dejanj01 on iStock]
Unexpected policy reversals, the axing of Te Aka Whai Ora and a new commissioner to replace the board of Te Whatu Ora – change in health is happening so fast the sector is reeling, writes Tim Tenbensel
Concentrated executive power, when used frequently, results in a paper-thin version of democracy
When new governments come to power, significant
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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