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Has the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment provided Health New Zealand with written assurances regarding the volume of aviation fuel that will be allocated to rescue helicopter services in each phase of the Fuel Response Plan 2026, if so on what date?

Answered Question 16962 (2026)
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Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Has the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment provided Health New Zealand with written assurances regarding the volume of aviation fuel that will be allocated to rescue helicopter services in each phase of the Fuel Response Plan 2026, if so on what date?

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Hon Simeon Brown

Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health

Answer

I am advised that a Health Sector Fuel Response Plan is being developed which will confirm what Phases 2, 3 and 4 of the Fuel Response Plan would mean for health services. New Zealand is currently in Phase 1 of the Fuel Response Plan, which means there are no fuel restrictions. It is expected that most or all health services will be categorised as life-supporting or essential and would therefore be prioritised for fuel allocation with no caps.