Hipkins should be allowed to speak at Waitangi

Audrey Young writes:

With any luck, common sense will have prevailed at Waitangi today and the new Prime Minister will be allowed to speak at the pōwhiri for MPs on the Treaty Grounds. …

Te Whare Runanga is a national marae built in 1940 on the magnificent Treaty Grounds, a national treasure for all New Zealanders.

To prevent the head of Government from speaking is a funny way to demonstrate partnership.

It is the wrong decision. The Prime Minister should be allowed to speak there.