Parliamentary Privilege in Aotearoa New Zealand Aleksandra Gajowy and lost birds during her

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Parliamentary Privilege in Aotearoa New Zealand Aleksandra Gajowy and lost birds during herPublished ahead of the 2026 NZ General Election, this book by Sir Geoffrey Palmer invites public scrutiny of how Parliament wields its powers. Parliamentary privilege is the oil of the democratic machine. It can be defined as the special legal powers that allow Parliament to regulate its affairs and is a curious mix of history, parliamentary practice, law and politics. However, it is also viscous and volatile, writes Palmer, and should not be left to