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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 3746 (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 Shane Jones

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Regional Development

Answer

My office has not charged for replying to Official Information Act requests. As Regional Development Minister I am not responsible for any agencies.