Andrew Little accepts there's been racist behaviour in the health system
Andrew Little accepts there's been racist behaviour in the health system
2 January 2021
It comes as the Government readies itself to roll out recommendations from the mega Health and Disability System review.
That includes slashing the number of DHBs, a new agency called Health NZ, and creating a Maori Health Authority.
New Health Minister Little told Newstalk ZB a lot of work goes into ensuring people are culturally aware - but he's heard accounts that are unacceptable.
He says we need a system that's welcoming and open to all those who call on its services.