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What was the total amount invoiced for non-ministerial use of Crown VIP vehicles in each of the last three financial years, and what amount was actually recovered in each year?

Answered Question 33917 (2026)
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Lemauga Lydia Sosene

Member for Māngere · Labour Party

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  • What was the total amount invoiced for non-ministerial use of Crown VIP vehicles in each of the last three financial years, and what amount was actually recovered in each year?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Minister responsible for Ministerial Services

Answer

Under clause 2.1 of the Ministers Travel Services within New Zealand Determination 2023, a Minister may use a chauffeur-driven car arranged by VIP Transport at any time for any purpose, at the Minister’s discretion. There is no invoicing for this use and therefore no actual costs to recover.