ACT Leader Rodney Hide said today he was very disappointed that the National Party has announced they are sticking with Labour's Employment Relations Act.

"The Employment Relations Act is poor legislation, and sets up a personal grievance procedure that is costing employers and New Zealanders dearly", Mr Hide said.

"We can do much better than the policies that Labour has given us.

"It's clear that it's now - once again - up to ACT to articulate the policies that ensure a free, fair and prosperous New Zealand", Mr Hide said.

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