There are calls for the Government to reconsider privacy laws when it comes to retail crime.

The Motor Trade Association is asking for bold changes after a rise in smash-and-grabs and drive off fuel theft.

First Retail Group Managing Director Chris Wilkinson told Ryan Bridge retailers should be allowed to publish CCTV video of thieves on social media to deter the crime.

He says currently it's against the law, and thieves are hiding behind it.

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There are calls for the Government to reconsider privacy laws when it comes to retail crime. 
The Motor Trade Association is asking for bold changes after a rise in smash-and-grabs and drive off fuel theft. 
First Retail Group Managing Director Chris Wilkinson told Ryan Bridge retailers should be allowed to publish CCTV video of thieves on social media to deter the crime. 
He says currently it's against the law, and thieves are hiding behind it. 
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Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director says the Government should reconsider privacy laws regarding retail crime

The Major Electricity Users' Group says consumers are grossly over-paying for power. 

Electricity prices have risen over the years, both businesses and average citizens struggling to afford their power bills.

Chair John Harbord told Ryan Bridge the companies are producing the same amount of electricity, while making record profits.

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The Major Electricity Users' Group says consumers are grossly over-paying for power.  
Electricity prices have risen over the years, both businesses and average citizens struggling to afford their power bills. 
Chair John Harbord told Ryan Bridge the companies are producing the same amount of electricity, while making record profits. 
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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair says Kiwis are grossly over-paying for power

There’s a belief a social media ban could benefit young people.

Australia's holding an age-verification trial in coming months, but it's unknown what the cut off age will be, or how it will be enforced. 

Christopher Luxon has also expressed interest in the idea.

Parenting expert Nathan Wallis told Ryan Bridge there's a correlation between social media and youth mental health issues.

He says if things like social media are banned, it may be revealed as the major cause of the country's mental health crisis in teens.

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There’s a belief a social media ban could benefit young people. 
Australia's holding an age-verification trial in coming months, but it's unknown what the cut off age will be, or how it will be enforced.  
Christopher Luxon has also expressed interest in the idea. 
Parenting expert Nathan Wallis told Ryan Bridge there's a correlation between social media and youth mental health issues. 
He says if things like social media are banned, it may be revealed as the major cause of the country's mental health crisis in teens. 
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Nathan Wallis: Parenting expert on a social media ban for youth, the connection between social media and mental health issues

The US presidential debate looks to be a chance to get to know the candidates.

Vice President Kamala Harris is facing off against Donald Trump for the first time at 1pm our time in Pennsylvania. 

No notes are allowed, and microphones will cut off when each candidate's not speaking.

Former US Ambassador to New Zealand under Barack Obama, Mark Gilbert told Ryan Bridge many polls show people still don't know Harris.

He says this will be an opportunity for her to be seen, as more than 50-million people are expected to tune in.

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The US presidential debate looks to be a chance to get to know the candidates. 
Vice President Kamala Harris is facing off against Donald Trump for the first time at 1pm our time in Pennsylvania.  
No notes are allowed, and microphones will cut off when each candidate's not speaking. 
Former US Ambassador to New Zealand under Barack Obama, Mark Gilbert told Ryan Bridge many polls show people still don't know Harris. 
He says this will be an opportunity for her to be seen, as more than 50-million people are expected to tune in. 
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Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director says the Government should reconsider privacy laws regarding retail crime

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