The RMA Reform Minister says simplifying our councils is a crucial part of changes to Resource Management. 

The Government's today announced a fast-track amalgamation process - asking councils to submit proposals for merging with neighbours to form unitary authorities. 

They have three months to submit a rough plan.

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explained what this could mean going forward.

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The RMA Reform Minister says simplifying our councils is a crucial part of changes to Resource Management.&nbsp;
The Government's today announced a fast-track amalgamation process - asking councils to submit proposals for merging with neighbours to form unitary authorities.&nbsp;
They have three months to submit a rough plan.
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explained what this could mean going forward.
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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Government issuing local councils an ultimatum

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