New Zealand legislation making English an official language ridiculed as ‘pathetic’
Limited reporting49Passing 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 le...
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