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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 3883 (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 Scott Simpson

Member for Coromandel · National Party · Minister for ACC

Answer

I expect ACC to follow the guidance provided by the Ombudsman, which is available on the Ombudsman’s website: “Charging: A guide to charging for official information under the OIA and LGOIMA".