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By: Tim Dower | Latest Political News | Saturday January 14 2012 6:36
The Maori Party has come out on the side of workers in the Ports of Auckland dispute.
Co-leader Pita Sharples is concerned about the impact the row will have on the livelihoods of thousands of workers, particularly young Maori.
He's written to the tertiary education and labour ministers asking for an assurance employment opportunities for those affected are on their radar.
He's also concerned about the decisions of Maersk Line and Fonterra to re-route trade to Tauranga and Napier, and what impact there may be on jobs.
Labour isn't commenting on the dispute.
Industrial relations spokeswoman Darien Fenton says she doesn't think it'd be helpful to do so while negotiations are still ongoing.
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