22 Nov 2023

Coalition negotiations turn to portfolios and deputy PM position

From Morning Report, 7:08 am on 22 November 2023

National, ACT and New Zealand First have reached the final hurdle in coalition negotiations, after almost three long weeks of talks.

They've agreed on policies, and the three parties are now discussing the allocation of ministerial portfolios and the coveted position of deputy prime minister.

Political reporter Katie Scotcher has more.