Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown supports government law changes to allow police to forcibly remove homeless individuals from the city center, emphasizing that addressing the issue is the Prime Minister’s responsibility. He criticized the limitations of existing bylaws in managing rough sleepers and their disruptive behavior. Brown noted that substantial funds have been allocated to support community initiatives, yet current laws prevent effective intervention. The mayor expressed frustration over the perception of the city’s cleanliness being tied to its inhabitants rather than its infrastructure.
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