Labour List MP for Wairarapa Kieran McAnulty has met local employers and unions concerned about the impact on the local economy as a result of Covid-19.
"This is not business as usual. The Government is pulling out all the stops to protect the health of New Zealanders and the health of our economy. On Tuesday the Government acted. The announcement will be welcomed by Tararua businesses and workers.
"The best protection for the New Zealand and Tararua economy is getting the virus under control, which is why we are investing half a billion dollars in frontline health services to fight Covid-19."
McAnulty said he had met the Wairarapa DHB and have been briefed on Mid-Central DHB's preparations.
"I am impressed with the planning they have in place. The announcement will help them enable these plans if they are needed to.