MP and politicians have long proven what is patently obvious to the thinking majority - so often they get a self inflated view of their own worth, and start losing the plot. Transport Minister, Tauranga pin up boy and oft touted future Prime Minister is in the process of blowing apart any credibility he has with the New Zealand public. Since Uber arrived and revolutionised the taxi industry a few short years ago, dragging a third word and antiquated industry into the 21st century, Kiwis were often at the behest of dodgy operators (and there are many obvious exceptions to this). Drivers with limited skills and local knowledge, whose ID cards often bore only faint familial likeness, and trying to identify a cab after the fact was virtually impossible. Total transparency and lack of bureaucracy has reduced costs and increased benefit, yet Minister Bridges threats Uber with a big stick, and be it at his peril, and why - because the Taxi industry has a vested interest and can't fight this new deal?. The many users of Uber are voters who may punish the Government on this single issue - unfortunately, this is indicative of a lack of focus within the Government that run deeper than Uber. Simon, don't be a dickhead, dedicate your efforts where they'd be appreciated more. Comments are closed.
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Don MalcolmA perfect day involves being on my Harley with a long ride ahead.
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