New Zealanders to Decide on Extending Government Term From 3 to 4 Years

While it may delay voter oversight, it could allow more time for policy development and legislation.

New Zealand flags fly in front of The Beehive during the Commission Opening of Parliament at Parliament on Oct. 20, 2014 in Wellington, New Zealand. Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images

New Zealanders will be given the chance to vote on whether to extend Parliament’s term from three to four years, under legislation introduced as part of the government’s coalition agreement.

The proposal, backed by all three governing parties—National, New Zealand First, and ACT—will first go to a Select Committee for public submissions.