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'1000 cleaner ways to do this': Call for answers on Orr resignation

The article discusses the resignation of Rob Campbell from his position as chair of Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) and the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) due to his public criticism of the National Party's Three Waters policy. His comments, which were seen as breaching the political neutrality expected of public service leaders, led to his dismissal by Health Minister Ayesha Verrall. This incident has sparked a debate on the expectations of political neutrality for public sector board members. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has called for a review of the rules governing such positions, while opposition parties have criticized the government's handling of the situation, suggesting it reflects poorly on the government's management of public sector appointments. The article also touches on the broader implications for public sector governance and the balance between freedom of speech and the need for impartiality in public roles.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-nz/news/national/1000-cleaner-ways-to-do-this-call-for-answers-on-orr-resignation/ar-AA1AjO6u ]