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Is automated decision-making used to cancel any income support entitlements for people receiving superannuation; if so, which entitlements?

Answered Question 36268 (2026)
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Willow-Jean Prime

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Is automated decision-making used to cancel any income support entitlements for people receiving superannuation; if so, which entitlements?

Answered by

Hon Louise Upston

Member for Taupō · National Party · Minister for Social Development and Employment

Answer

I am advised that the Ministry of Social Development uses automated decision-making as part of the mandatory review process. These processes operate as designed and in accordance with the legislation.