New Zealand legislation making English an official language ridiculed as ‘pathetic’

The Guardian World · Published 3h ago · Impact 65%

Passing of bill gives English same status as Māori and sign language but, with it already spoken by 95% of country, critics call it ‘a pointless exercise’ Legislation recognising English as an official language of New Zealand has been passed by parliament, prompting derision from linguists and legal

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