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How many New Zealand Police jobs, if any, will be impacted by Budget 2026 operational efficiencies?

Answered Question 20604 (2026)
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Ginny Andersen

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • How many New Zealand Police jobs, if any, will be impacted by Budget 2026 operational efficiencies?

Answered by

Hon Mark Mitchell

Member for Whangaparāoa · National Party · Minister of Police

Answer

I am advised that Police is not required to reduce staff numbers, whether Police Employees or Constabulary staff, in order to contribute to our government targets.