The French Government is all but guaranteed to collapse in the coming days after far-right and left-wing parties submitted no-confidence motions against Prime Minister Michel Barnier.

If this goes forward, Barnier's coalition will be the first French Government to be forced out by a no-confidence vote since 1962.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says France is the second strongest economy in Europe - and stability is needed.

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The French Government is all but guaranteed to collapse in the coming days after far-right and left-wing parties submitted no-confidence motions against Prime Minister Michel Barnier.
If this goes forward, Barnier's coalition will be the first French Government to be forced out by a no-confidence vote since 1962.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says France is the second strongest economy in Europe - and stability is needed.
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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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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the French Government nearing collapse

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Over in the UK, the new Covid corruption commissioner has launched his first investigation into PPE fraud.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves appointed Tom Hayhoe to recoup billions in fraudulent contracts.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says there was significant demand for PPE during the pandemic - and an investigation was needed. 

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Over in the UK, the new Covid corruption commissioner has launched his first investigation into PPE fraud.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves appointed Tom Hayhoe to recoup billions in fraudulent contracts.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says there was significant demand for PPE during the pandemic - and an investigation was needed.&nbsp;
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Chancellor Rachel Reeves appointing a new Covid corruption commissioner

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It hasn't been a great year for the NZX, but one expert believes things are in place for a better 2025.

The reduced interest rates could lead to a better outlook for investors going forward, according to new reports.

Milford Asset Management's Sam Trethewey explains further.

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It hasn't been a great year for the NZX, but one expert believes things are in place for a better 2025.
The reduced interest rates could lead to a better outlook for investors going forward, according to new reports.
Milford Asset Management's Sam Trethewey explains further.
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Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the NZX potentially improving in 2025

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The Government has unveiled plans to reduce the amount aggrieved employees can be compensated by their employers – to zero in some cases.

Minister Brooke van Velden has detailed proposed changes to the Employment Relations Act, which are aimed at giving egregious employers more power in disputes with employees, who have behaved badly themselves.

 NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains how these changes could impact businesses and workers alike.

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The Government has unveiled plans to reduce the amount aggrieved employees can be compensated by their employers – to zero in some cases.
Minister Brooke van Velden has detailed proposed changes to the Employment Relations Act, which are aimed at giving egregious employers more power in disputes with employees, who have behaved badly themselves.
&nbsp;NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains how these changes could impact businesses and workers alike.
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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government reducing the compensation aggrieved employees can get from employers

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the French Government nearing collapse

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