National wants disruptive protesters to be behind bars rather than in the Transport Minister's office.

They're furious Michael Wood met with the Restore Passenger Rail group, as their protests caused major roads across the capital to temporarily close.

Opposition Transport Spokesperson Simeon Brown drafted a Bill for harsher penalties on highway obstructions.

An offender may face two years in prison and a 20-thousand dollar fine.

He hopes it combats behaviour he's calling unacceptable.

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National wants disruptive protesters to be behind bars rather than in the Transport Minister's office.
They're furious Michael Wood met with the Restore Passenger Rail group, as their protests caused major roads across the capital to temporarily close.
Opposition Transport Spokesperson Simeon Brown drafted a Bill for harsher penalties on highway obstructions.
An offender may face two years in prison and a 20-thousand dollar fine.
He hopes it combats behaviour he's calling unacceptable.
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Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis. You don't find many people more passionate about the capital than Nick, and he comes to Wellington Mornings after decades of success as the man behind some of the city's leading hospitality and entertainment offerings - Spruce Goose, Hummingbird and the Wellington Saints basketball team just to name a few. Nick's proud of his city but also knows much can be improved on to make Wellington an even better place, and brings an honest, edgy, fun and engaging show to Wellingtonians each weekday from 9 'til midday.

Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis.

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