COVID-19 Omicron: Christopher Luxon unsure if shifting to 'red' is right move due to 'very confusing' traffic light criteria

National leader Christopher Luxon is unsure if shifting to 'red' is the right move in the event of an Omicron outbreak due to the "very confusing" …
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