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Will the Minister acknowledge the World Health Organisation's finding that firefighters are at risk of occupational exposure to carcinogens and if so, what steps, if any, will he take to ensure meaningful and ongoing support for firefighters that develop cancer?

Corrected reply Question 20602 (2026)
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Mike Davidson

List MP · Green Party

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  • Will the Minister acknowledge the World Health Organisation's finding that firefighters are at risk of occupational exposure to carcinogens and if so, what steps, if any, will he take to ensure meaningful and ongoing support for firefighters that develop cancer?

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Hon Scott Simpson

Member for Coromandel · National Party · Minister for ACC

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Corrected reply: I note the World Health Organisation's finding that firefighters are at risk of occupational exposure to carcinogens. The Accident Compensation Scheme provides cover for diseases caused by work, including where paid firefighters are affected by cancer caused by their employment.