Labour stories - Page 3

Labour's Clare Curran accused of making incorrect claims about the UFB contract between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, says Communications Minister.

Government strengthens Chorus' monopoly in fibre rollout, effectively bailing them out with taxpayer's money, says Labour's Clare Curran.

Labour's ICT leak blamed on David Cunliffe's office, not Clare Curran, in a startling admission reversing prior claims.

Labour's ICT strategy leaks to Gov't in a blunder by Clare Curran, sparking major embarrassment and a mocking retort from PM John Key.

New Zealand politics is in uproar as Labour suggests banning tax avoiding multinationals, including Facebook, from the internet.

A long time ICT fan, David Cunliffe was keen to step back into an ICT role, taking over as Labour spokesperson when he took over the reins as Opposition leader.

An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus’ financial position, according to opposition party Labour.

Labour calls for halt on 'copper tax', claiming it unjustly enriches Chorus at Kiwis' expense, raising broadband bills by $150 annually.

Labour accuses govt of concealing poor broadband roll-out progress, as subcontractors face millions in unpaid work.

Labour to adjust DVD import ban to 5 months, aiming to balance industry jobs with consumer access, Ardern reveals future expiry in 2016.

NZ's new bill ends software patents, sparking debate. A landmark move by the government splits opinions across the tech industry.

The Labour Party criticises the New Zealand government over the mysterious sale of Orcon, questioning its strategic value and the USD $30-$35m price tag.

Malware this, cyber attack that, just another normal day in New Zealand's ICT industry according to the Labour Party.

Telecom to cut hundreds of jobs following revenue dip, CEO stresses need to remain competitive. Do you agree with the cuts?.

The new undersea cable between Auckland and Sydney proves that a second cable is necessary to increase competition.

Clare Curran calls for NZ to recognize and bolster its digital economy, critiquing current govt's passive approach.

Some of our youngest learners are losing out thanks to the government’s lack of progress in closing the digital divide.

NZ's efforts to close tech tax loopholes hit a wall, with IRD citing international treaties as a barrier despite calls for change.

Amy Adams faces backlash for prioritising Chorus and telcos over consumer savings, sparking a debate over government priorities.

Horrendous data-roaming costs to Kiwis travelling overseas just got a lot more affordable according to Labour.