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In what circumstances would it be appropriate to charge for replying to Official Information Act requests made to their office, or agencies for which the Minister is responsible?

Answered Question 3660 (2026)
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Asked by

Camilla Belich

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • In what circumstances would it be appropriate to charge for replying to Official Information Act requests made to their office, or agencies for which the Minister is responsible?

Answered by

Hon Todd McClay

Member for Rotorua · National Party · Minister of Forestry

Answer

Guidance from the Ombudsman is followed when making decisions relating to charging under the Official Information Act.