Stats boss has fallen on his sword over the handling of confidential personal data. 

Automatic pay rises for public servants under review. 

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has said the government will aim to spend two percent of GDP on defence.

Is it doable?

LISTEN ABOVE.

Stats boss has fallen on his sword over the handling of confidential personal data.&nbsp;
Automatic pay rises for public servants under review.&nbsp;
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has said the government will aim to spend two percent of GDP on defence.
Is it doable?
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Barry Soper: Senior Political Editor on Stats NZ boss and the Manurewa Marae inquiry, pay rises for public servants, and Luxon's GDP commitment to defence

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