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

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New Zealand legislation making English an official language ridiculed as ‘pathetic’
The Guardian
The Guardian58 mins ago
New Zealand legislation making English an official language ridiculed as ‘pathetic’
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 experts and a now-v
Daily Mail
Daily Mail🏁 first to report2 days ago
English to become official language of New Zealand - but critics slam the decision as a 'waste of time'
English has been formally ratified as an official language of New Zealand alongside Te Reo Māori and sign language.