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Does the Electoral Commission plan to hire any more staff between now and the 2026 Election Day, if so, how many?

Answered Question 19069 (2026)
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Camilla Belich

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Does the Electoral Commission plan to hire any more staff between now and the 2026 Election Day, if so, how many?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice

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I am advised that the Commission expects to recruit up to 28,000 roles between now and the 2026 election day.