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Christchurch protesters confront Finance Minister Nicola Willis over pay equity

On May 29, 2024, in Christchurch, protesters confronted Finance Minister Nicola Willis over the government's decision to delay pay equity processes for care and support workers. The protesters, including union members and workers, expressed their frustration and anger, chanting slogans and holding signs demanding fair pay. Willis, who was attending a post-Budget event, faced direct questioning about the delay, which she justified by citing the need for fiscal responsibility and the necessity to review the pay equity process. The protesters argued that the delay would disproportionately affect women and low-paid workers, exacerbating existing inequalities. The confrontation highlighted the tension between the government's budgetary constraints and the demands for equitable pay in the care sector.

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