In fact, this Government's response has become so incoherent it is not even clear what the objectives are. I asked the former Minister for COVID-19 Response, Chris Hipkins, a month ago in select committee precisely what the objectives of the Government's COVID-19 response are now. Is it to reduce cases? Can't be; we're leading the world in the wrong way for the number of cases. Is it to flatten the curve or reduce pressure on the hospitals? Well, it can't be—the main issue right now is flu and hospitals missing staff because of unworkable isolation rules. Is it to reduce deaths? Well, actually, the rate of COVID-19 - related deaths per day is currently one of the highest in the world; can't be that. This Government does not know what the purpose of its COVID-19 response is anymore, but it remains prepared to impose costs upon New Zealanders with nonsensical, unworkable rules that are making it harder for New Zealanders to get by and live their lives.