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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 3752 (2026)
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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?

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Hon Simon Watts

Member for North Shore · National Party · Minister of Revenue

Answer

I expect my office and departments I am responsible for to follow the Ombudsman guidance on this matter: https://www.ombudsman.parliament.nz/resources/charging-guide-charging-official-information-under-oia-and-lgoima