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Jenee Tibshraeny: What sealed Craig Stobo's departure from the FMA?

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 6 May 2026, 8:04pm
Craig Stobo was known for sharing his views on topical political and economic issues, including with Michael Laws on The Platform. Photo / Dean Purcell
Craig Stobo was known for sharing his views on topical political and economic issues, including with Michael Laws on The Platform. Photo / Dean Purcell

Jenee Tibshraeny: What sealed Craig Stobo's departure from the FMA?

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 6 May 2026, 8:04pm

A new test case for the standards of political neutrality expected in the public service.

Craig Stobo has resigned as chair of the Financial Markets Authority, after an investigation found he'd voiced too many political views for someone in an apolitical public sector role.

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.

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