Nicola Willis says saving taxpayers' money isn't her party's primary motivation for a plan to index benefits to inflation.
She recommitted to the pledge in National's fiscal policy today, which promises less Government spending and less debt.
Willis told Heather du Plessis-Allan the benefit moves are a point of principal for National.
“That what we owe all New Zealanders is a social safety net – that’s what benefits are there for.”
LISTEN ABOVE
Take your Radio, Podcasts and Music with you
