The decision was very carefully weighed. I took time to consider the most recent tribunal decision as well as the recent High Court decisions; I met with all interested parties, and I understand their positions. I weighed the fact that the Supreme Court proceedings will not be the end of this matter, and it is likely that Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-ā-Rua and Ngāti Rangitāne would be waiting another 10 years with no certainty the result would be materially different for them than it is now. Iwi would continue to miss out on the economic benefit of their settlement if the legislation is not progressed. Taking into account all the circumstances, I considered that the balance was in favour of ending further delay and bringing the benefits of redress to all of Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-ā-Rua.