The ceremonial lottery at Parliament, where bills are drawn randomly from what’s known as "the biscuit tin" in local parlance, is a way to ensure every New Zealand legislator has the chance to advance a proposed law, no matter how unpopular their bid. When a rare empty slot opens on Parliament’s agenda, the battered metal cookie tin is produced from a glass case and its solemn and silly rite is hastily arranged. Read more: https://bit.ly/4kdvI9W
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