RNZ: Dr Eric Crampton discusses Treasury's budget lockup U-turn
Dr Eric Crampton
15 May, 2025
Dr Eric Crampton talked to Wallace Chapman on RNZ's show The Panel about Treasury's initial decision to ban civil society groups like the New Zealand Initiative from the 2025 budget lockup.
Dr Crampton explained how Treasury had reversed their decision following legal threats and media backlash, highlighting the importance of maintaining access for organisations that provide independent analysis of budget announcements. Listen below.