With reference to D. Holm's letter last week 'A letter to Simon', I doubt D. Holm will get any response.
I've written to several MPs (including Simon Bridges), regarding the situation and introduction of a new NZ Constitution and the incorporation of the Treaty of Waitangi as a Foundation Document. I've never had any sort of satisfactory answers.
I then wrote to Bill English via Judith Collins and Tony Ryall. Tony Ryall's secretary was helpful and I received a response from the Ministry of Justice and the Constitutional Advisory Panel.
The Advisory Panel, headed by Sir Tipene O'Regan, said this:
'There is a Booklet available on our website www.capt.govt.nz '. The panel is currently 'preparing resources to support people to take part in conversations regarding the Constitution'. This booklet will be available in February 2013.
I have to say I was wondering where the bulk of $6Million in taxpayers' money was going. Mind you I bet the members of the Advisory Panel (12 in number), are being well paid.
They also said 'they regard this as a great opportunity for people to share their aspirations for this country and what matters to them most about how Aotearoa New Zealand is run in the future'. I note that Aotearoa has crept in and will most likely become New Zealand's 1st name. I bet a new flag will be next.
Over the past few months I've read lots in different newspapers, including letters to editors. It's very clear that people are concerned, and rightly so, any introduction of a Constitution which incorporates the Treaty of Waitangi and all of its misguided interpretations would undoubtedly be a disaster for New Zealand.
So, rather than going off 'half cocked' and without solid information, I strongly advise you to get onto the website, get registered, as they invite you to do, and let them have your views. It's probably the only way you'll make a difference.

Pete Kelly, Te Puna.