Neil Quigley Denies Conflict of Interest Amid Waikato Medical School Deal

In a high-profile development, Neil Quigley, the chairman of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, has firmly denied any conflict of interest in his dual roles as university administrator and central bank official. This comes as the government has pledged $82.85 million toward the construction of a new medical school at the University of Waikato, raising questions about the potential influence of Quigley's position on the Reserve Bank's independence.

Labour's health spokeswoman, Dr. Ayesha Verrall, has expressed concerns that the deal may involve a