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How much was the total cost in New Zealand dollar terms, if any, of redundancy processes initiated, if any, in the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, since 27 November 2023?

Answered Question 39016 (2026)
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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • How much was the total cost in New Zealand dollar terms, if any, of redundancy processes initiated, if any, in the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, since 27 November 2023?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

Answer

The total cost in NZ dollar terms of redundancy processes initiated at Crown Law since 27 November 2023 is $461,931.22. This is inclusive of redundancy payments and career transition support. The total cost in NZ dollar terms of redundancy processes initiated at the PCO since 27 November 2023 is $168,000. Refer to 24499; 2025