Labour’s new interfaith portfolio

An intriguing press release from Labour:

Luamanuvao Winnie Laban has been appointed as Labour’s spokesperson on interfaith issues

“This role is about linking in with the interfaith movements around the country and internationally, to build greater understanding and peace,” Winnie Laban said. …

“New Zealand has a diverse range of faiths and it will be my role to attend interfaith meetings, as I did on the weekend and listen to the concerns of the many different cultures and religions represented.

“During times of economic hardship many people turn to the church and faith communities to provide leadership, support and compassion and Labour recognises the significant role faith plays in many people’s lives.

A reader who alerted me to this release posed an excellent question.

Are the chinless scarf wearers welcome at Labour’s interfaith meetings?

I think we know the answer.