Carter – public apology

It is quite clear to me that a public apology is both demanded and required in regard to my expenses when travelling overseas on government business on the tax payer expense.

I unreservedly apologise to the New Zealand public.

This has been a very difficult time for me and it has been difficult to choose the right words to be said when under intense pressure from journalists.

I acknowledge that my temperament when under pressure can make me appear as if I am not contrite or embarrassed. I assure the New Zealand public, I am.

I pledge hard work and commitment to my electorate and to the New Zealand Labour Party, and I wish to put this matter behind me.

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