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What is the Treaty Principles Bill

The Treaty Principles Bill is a piece of legislation that seeks to define the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in New Zealand law. The Treaty of Waitangi is a founding document of New Zealand and establishes the relationship between the British Crown and the Māori people. The Treaty Principles Bill aims to clarify the principles of the Treaty and provide a framework for their application in law.
The Treaty Principles Bill has been controversial since it was introduced in 2024. Some people argue that the Bill is necessary to provide certainty and clarity about the Treaty principles. Others argue that the Bill is unnecessary and could undermine the Treaty's principles.
The Treaty Principles Bill is currently before the New Zealand Parliament. It is expected to be debated and voted on in the coming months. The outcome of the vote will have a significant impact on the future of the Treaty of Waitangi and the relationship between the British Crown and the Māori people.

What are the Treaty principles?

The Treaty of Waitangi is based on three principles:
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* The principle of partnership: This principle recognizes that the British Crown and the Māori people are partners in the governance of New Zealand.
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* The principle of protection: This principle recognizes that the British Crown has a duty to protect the Māori people and their culture.
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* The principle of participation: This principle recognizes that the Māori people have the right to participate in the governance of New Zealand.
The Treaty Principles Bill seeks to define these principles in law and provide a framework for their application.

Why is the Treaty Principles Bill controversial?

The Treaty Principles Bill has been controversial since it was introduced in 2024. Some people argue that the Bill is necessary to provide certainty and clarity about the Treaty principles. Others argue that the Bill is unnecessary and could undermine the Treaty's principles.
Those who support the Bill argue that it is necessary to provide certainty and clarity about the Treaty principles. They argue that the Treaty principles are currently open to interpretation and that this has led to uncertainty and confusion. The Bill, they argue, would provide a clear and concise definition of the Treaty principles and would help to ensure that they are applied consistently.
Those who oppose the Bill argue that it is unnecessary and could undermine the Treaty's principles. They argue that the Treaty principles are already well established in New Zealand law and that the Bill is therefore unnecessary. They also argue that the Bill could be used to undermine the Treaty principles and to justify actions that are harmful to Māori people.
The Treaty Principles Bill is a complex and controversial piece of legislation. It is likely to be debated and voted on in the New Zealand Parliament in the coming months. The outcome of the vote will have a significant impact on the future of the Treaty of Waitangi and the relationship between the British Crown and the Māori people.