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Grey Power Policy Summary (currently under review)
Superannuation
Superannuation to be a state tax funded scheme payable at the age of 65 years that allows the retired person an adequate income to live in reasonable comfort and dignity, and be able to participate fully in the community. That superannuation be accepted as an entitlement and non-means tested. This income should include a special provision to provide for the needs of the person living alone. A multi-party Superannuation Accord should secure the scheme.
Health
To protect and promote the health of New Zealanders through the public health system. We will strive to have a Parliamentary Accord on health that interprets the declared will of the majority of the citizens of New Zealand and not a system that reflects the aspirations of any current government.
For more detailed information on Grey Power Executive Health Policy click here
For more detailed information on Grey Power General Health Policy click here
Social Services
All persons in New Zealand should have access to, and be accurately informed of, all entitlements, initiatives or changes that affect them. Equal opportunity must exist in all areas of Social Services to ensure a fair and equitable standard of living for all.
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Essential Services
Energy (electricity, gas, solid and liquid fuels) should be produced, delivered and used in the most effective ways possible and of a cost that it is affordable to the domestic consumer. Energy supplies should as far as possible be reliable and secure, and energy prices stable, undistorted and at a level that reflects their strategic importance to New Zealand.
Law and Order
To seek a fairer justice system encompassing all people in New Zealand and to strive to make people safe in their homes and on the streets.
50 Plus
To improve living standards, benefits and equal work opportunities for those aged 50-65.
For more detailed information on Grey Power Executive 50 Plus Policy
For more detailed information on Grey Power General 50 Plus Policy click here
Privatisation
To ensure that there is no further privatization of water and public sate assets and to resist any sales of SOEs.
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