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Further to reply 12084 (2026), what specific triage protocols, if any, exist for ambulance deployments if fuel supplies are significantly reduced despite prioritisation?

Answered Question 16967 (2026)
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Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Further to reply 12084 (2026), what specific triage protocols, if any, exist for ambulance deployments if fuel supplies are significantly reduced despite prioritisation?

Answered by

Hon Simeon Brown

Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health

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I am advised that if fuel supplies are significantly reduced, existing triaging of incidents will be enhanced so actual or potential threat to life or limb for patients is clinically assessed. If it is clear that an ambulance response is required to meet their health needs, an ambulance will be deployed.