This bill is important because it is about honouring Te Tiriti, because honouring Te Tiriti isn't just about getting to an exact representation percentage; it is about a true partnership between Māori and the Crown. This bill allows local government to forge those partnerships in their rohe, which is what local government and iwi have been asking us to do. The specific purpose of this bill is to ensure that as we move towards establishing a new framework for councils to consult and decide on Māori wards, we don't waste time and money on unnecessary, expensive, and divisive polls on this issue. This bill is about addressing inconsistencies. If a council wants to introduce a new general ward, it can do so without having to poll its community.