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What policy changes, if any, have occurred in the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, following the Cabinet directive on 13 September 2024 that 'public services should be prioritised on the basis of need, not race'?

Answered Question 8295 (2026)
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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • What policy changes, if any, have occurred in the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, following the Cabinet directive on 13 September 2024 that 'public services should be prioritised on the basis of need, not race'?

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Hon Simeon Brown

Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health

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The Ministry of Health and Health New Zealand continue to produce advice and policies in line with the Government's expectations, which includes being in-line with the Cabinet Office Circular titled Needs-Based Service Provision.