Electricity Inquiry
NBR’s In Tray has a copy of the yet to be written report on the inquiry into the Auckland Power Cut. You need to buy NBR to read the full biting report, but I thought I would share their conclusions:
RECOMMENDATIONS
4.1 After giving the Matter very careful consideration, I have concluded that the conduct of the Labour government in this matter falls outside the remit of this Inquiry.
4.2 This is because such an Investigation might in some way indicate that the government has behaved in an inappropriate manner, which it clearly hasn’t, as I have already been informed at the very highest levels (ie, by Mrs Heather Simpson).
4.3 In light of the above, I am fully satisfied that Labour’s Energy Ministers, past and present, acted at all times with the utmost professionalism, in keeping with the high office they enjoy.
4.4 Even if there is a prima facie case to answer, no allegations should ever be made against anyone belonging to the greatest administration ever to lead New Zealand.
4.5 Besides, it’s none of my business.
4.6 It’s all Mr Bradford’s fault anyway.
4.7 Only God knows the future.
Signed,
Sebastian Jones-Jones QC, QED, Q&A