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Were the people responsible for appointing the new MCERT Chief Executive Jeremy Lightfoot aware that he was subject to a 'mandamus order' in his current role as chief executive for corrections, and if so, why did the people responsible consider him a suitable appointtee for this role?

Answered Question 12441 (2026)
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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • Were the people responsible for appointing the new MCERT Chief Executive Jeremy Lightfoot aware that he was subject to a 'mandamus order' in his current role as chief executive for corrections, and if so, why did the people responsible consider him a suitable appointtee for this role?

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Hon Judith Collins

Member for Papakura · National Party · Minister for the Public Service

Answer

Yes and I am advised that the Chief Executive of Corrections has accepted the High Court’s findings and is taking steps to ensure full compliance going forward.