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’ Legislation recognising English as an official language of New Zealand has been passed by parliament, prompting derision from linguists and le...
Source: [Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/03/new-zealand-english-an-official-language-bill)