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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.