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Why was the possibility of abolition not publicly highlighted when the Government announced the 2026 review of the Clean Vehicle Standard, despite officials identifying it as a potential Stage One recommendation?

Answered Question 5283 (2026)
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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Why was the possibility of abolition not publicly highlighted when the Government announced the 2026 review of the Clean Vehicle Standard, despite officials identifying it as a potential Stage One recommendation?

Answered by

Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

Answer

It was. I refer the member to the press release titled Easing the cost of new and used imported vehicles, dated 17 November 2025. The Government launched a full (first principles) review of the Standard. A full review should look at all policy options, including abolition.