The Government is actively considering a scheme that would charge returning Kiwis $3000 for the cost of their two-week managed isolation or quarantine – the exact same fee proposed by the National Party. National announced on Sunday plans to charge Kiwis returning $3000 if elected, with a narrow provision for compassionate exemptions. National won’t expect taxpayers to pay for other Kiwis returning from high-paying careers or expensive holidays in Europe,” deputy leader Gerry Brownlee said. Under National’s proposed scheme the first adult in a group would cost $3000, while additional adults in the same group would cost $1000. Cabinet is discussing managed isolation on Monday and will likely address the issue, but may not come to a final decision.

Source: Stuff July 19, 2020 06:34 UTC