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Have there been any changes since 1 November 2023 to eligibility criteria, or assessment and decision-making processes, in relation to applications for the Accommodation Costs Arrears Grant; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect? and 1 other question

Answered 16442, 16443 (2026)
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Willow-Jean Prime

List MP · Labour Party

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  • 16442

    Have there been any changes since 1 November 2023 to eligibility criteria, or assessment and decision-making processes, in relation to applications for the Accommodation Costs Arrears Grant; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect?

  • 16443

    Have there been any changes since 1 November 2023 to eligibility criteria, or assessment and decision-making processes, in relation to applications for the Accommodation Costs in Advance Grant; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect?

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Hon Louise Upston

Member for Taupō · National Party · Minister for Social Development and Employment

Answer

I am advised that, from 1 July 2024, the Ministry of Social Development extended support to cover certain accommodation arrangements to which the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 does not apply. This is also my response to WPQ 16443 (2026)