NZCTU has today launched its consultation on a new economic development strategy for New Zealand. This is available at: buildingabetterfuture.org.nz. NZCTU Economist Craig Renney said “We’re arriving at a turning point in New Zealand’s economic history. We need a new economic strategy that reflects our collective goals and aspirations, and we want to start a conversation… Read more »

New Zealand Council of Trade Unions President Richard Wagstaff has today called for clarity from National about how their promise to end the state housing waitlist will be delivered. Chris Bishop told RNZ this morning that National will “build enough state and social housing so that there is no social housing waitlist”. Wagstaff said “There… Read more »

The economy bounced back from the fall in March GDP to grow by 1.7% in the latest quarter. CTU Economist Craig Renney said “while this data demonstrates the strength of the economy currently, there is a weakening trend of growth. The risk of recession in this data has been averted, but annual average growth has… Read more »

The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions acknowledges the passing of Ken Douglas and the huge legacy he left within the union movement. Ken Douglas was the inaugural president of the NZCTU from 1987 to 1999. He also had a significant impact on the international trade union movement, holding key international positions at the ICFTU… Read more »