One economist is suggesting that the TVNZ-RNZ merger could be shelved within the next few days.

The Government is putting out their budget policy statement on Wednesday, which sets out where the Government wants to spend their money in the coming months. 

With the 2023 election in mind, Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the Government will be prioritising a limited range of interests.

Brad Olsen also says the Government might not intetionally shelve the TVNZ-RNZ merger, but put it aside out of necessity.

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