Politics Thursday is back with Labour list MP Ayesha Verrall and National MP for Otaki Tim Costley.

They join Nick in the studio to tackle the political issues this week. First up — is the second Mt Victoria tunnel up in the air? Or will congestion charges mean we don't need it?

We also confront some tough social issues. The new review from the Independent Children's Monitor shows more should be done when it comes to protecting our children? And with serious dog attacks happening right now, are current laws strong enough, or do they need tightening?

Plus do we have too many ministers around the Cabinet table?

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