Lawmakers in New Zealand have passed a bill to make English one of the country’s official languages.

New Zealand's parliament has passed legislation making English its third official language. English is already spoken by 95% ...

Passing of bill gives English same status as Māori and sign language but, with it already spoken by 95% of country, critics call it ‘a pointless exercise’ ...

The New Zealand Parliament has passed the English Language Bill, formally recognising English as an official language of New ...

New Zealand’s new English Language Act makes English the country’s third statutory official language alongside Te Reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. Government advisers said there was ‘zero evid ...

The English Language Bill has passed its third and final reading at Parliament.

New Zealand’s decision to recognise a new official language draws sharp criticism: ‘Embarrassing waste of time’ - English ...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 01: An immigrants rights supporter holds a sign reading 'Immigrants Make America Great' before marching downtown during a 'March for Dignity' on March 01, 2025 in Los ...