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Has he or his officials met with the AUT research team that found airborne asbestos in some of the recalled children's sand products; if so, when?

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Has he or his officials met with the AUT research team that found airborne asbestos in some of the recalled children's sand products; if so, when?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Answer

Officials have engaged with AUT researchers on the research, as well as a range of experts and agencies in considering policy responses to asbestos-contaminated sand products. I am advised that officials have considered the findings of the AUT research when developing advice.