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Does he stand by his answer to supplementary question in question No.11 on 12 March 2025 “yes” when asked if health care for all New Zealanders means making the life expectancy for Māori and non-Māori the same, if not why not?

Answered Question 12906 (2026)
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Willie Jackson

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Does he stand by his answer to supplementary question in question No.11 on 12 March 2025 “yes” when asked if health care for all New Zealanders means making the life expectancy for Māori and non-Māori the same, if not why not?

Answered by

Hon Simeon Brown

Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health

Answer

Yes, my priority is to ensure all New Zealanders have access to timely and quality healthcare. Achieving longer life expectancy and improved quality of life for all New Zealanders, including Māori, is a part of our focus on putting patients first. I also refer the Member to Written Parliamentary Question 12913 (2026).