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Question 37014 (2026)
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Arena Williams
Member for Manurewa · Labour Party
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As Building and Construction Minister, does he have any plan to increase female participation in construction trades; if yes, what actions does he intend to take?
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Hon Simon Watts
Member for North Shore · National Party · Minister for Building and Construction
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I am focused on measures that strengthen the whole construction sector and make trades more attractive as careers, with pathways into work. This includes reforms to create a stronger, more consistent pipeline of work and lift productivity so the industry can offer better opportunities. These steps will encourage more young people to enter roles across the trades.