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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 New Employment Transition Grant; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect?

Answered Question 16475 (2026)
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Willow-Jean Prime

List MP · Labour Party

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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 New Employment Transition 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

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I am advised that from 11 December 2023, more hardship payments required approval from a Ministry of Social Development Manager before they could be made. This included Transition to Work Job Placement costs of $501 or more.