New Zealand passes Plain Language Bill in bid to make democracy more accessible

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New Zealand passed the Plain Language Bill, that requires bureaucrats to use simple, easily understood language while communicating with the public. With the law, which

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banishes jargon and complicated English words, New Zealand is aiming to become a more inclusive Democracy and help people who speak English as their second language, those with disabilities, and the less educated.

According to the Bill, plain language is defined as appropriate to the intended audience and clear, concise, and well organised. Supporters said the Bill would save the government time and improve accessibility of the Bureaucracy to people of all walks of life.