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What discussions, if any, has he had with the Minister for Mental Health about the increase in the number of nights spent in mental health and addiction facilities by people reported as homeless between June 2024 and June 2025 and what possible solutions, if any, were discussed to address this issue?

Answered Question 594 (2026)
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Kieran McAnulty

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What discussions, if any, has he had with the Minister for Mental Health about the increase in the number of nights spent in mental health and addiction facilities by people reported as homeless between June 2024 and June 2025 and what possible solutions, if any, were discussed to address this issue?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Associate Minister of Housing

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I regularly engage with the Minister for Mental Health on a range of issues relating to homelessness and mental health.