Search written questions to Ministers and the replies they have received.
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Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
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How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2022 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
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How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2024 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
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How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2025 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2023 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Social Investment
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2022 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Social Investment
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2024 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Social Investment
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2025 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Social Investment
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2023 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Economic Growth
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2022 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Economic Growth
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2024 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Economic Growth
Nil.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
(matches this search)
How much, if any, did the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, spend fixing database security breaches in the 2025 calendar year?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Economic Growth
Nil.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Was the Minister aware prior to appointing David Archer as a reviewer as part of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic that Mr Archer had previously instigated court action against the…
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Yes. The Treasury informed me that David Archer has been involved in past disputes between the Reserve Bank and the Reserve Bank Superannuation and Provident Fund Scheme. The Treasury advised me that there is no material actual or…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Is the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic being held under the Reserve Bank of New Zealand Act 2021?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Yes.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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On what date or dates did she consider the Reserve Bank’s submissions regarding her proposal for an independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic as required by section 194 of the Reserve Bank of New…
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The Governor of the Reserve Bank wrote to me on 24 July 2025 to provide feedback on the draft terms of reference for the independent review. I considered the Reserve Bank’s feedback before submitting the terms of reference for…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What submissions, if any, did the Reserve Bank make regarding her proposal for an independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
On 24 July 2025, the Governor of the Reserve Bank wrote to me providing feedback on the draft terms of reference for the independent review. The letter is available on the Treasury’s website at…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What consultation, if any, was undertaken with the current Reserve Bank Governor regarding the establishment of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The terms of reference for the independent review were confirmed by Cabinet before Dr Anna Breman began her tenure as Governor. Dr Breman has welcomed the review.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Has she received advice on whether the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic impacts the operational independence of the Reserve Bank, if so, on what date did she recieve this advice?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
A strong monetary policy framework is one that is independent, accountable and builds on experience. Treasury advice in May 2025 noted that the review may create risks to perceptions of the Reserve Bank’s operational independence of…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What consultation, if any, was undertaken with the former Acting Reserve Bank Governor regarding the establishment of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
On 10 July 2025, I wrote to the Reserve Bank to consult it on the draft terms of reference for a review under section 194 of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand Act 2021. The letter is available on the Treasury’s website at…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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How often, if at all, will the Minister meet with the reviewers of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic during the course of their work?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
I intend to meet the reviewers to discuss the final report once it is finalised.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Will the Reserve Bank Governor or Board receive a draft version of the report of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic for comment before the final version is completed?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Yes.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Are there any scheduled interim reporting dates for the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic prior to the final completion in August 2026, if so, what are they?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
A draft report for consultation with key parties is scheduled for 12 August 2026.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What secretariat or administrative support will be provided to the reviewers of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and if so, by which agency?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The Treasury will provide administrative support.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Will the Reserve Bank of New Zealand be required to contribute to the costs of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
No.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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On what specific date does the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic officially commence?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The reviewers’ contracts commenced on 5 February 2026.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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From which Vote will the funding be drawn to fund the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Vote Finance.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Did the Reserve Bank Board or Governor have any input into the selection of the reviewers of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The Treasury engaged with the Reserve Bank on potential reviewer candidates.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Has the Minister received any advice regarding potential conflicts of interest for either reviewer of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic; if so, what was that advice?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Yes. Treasury informed me that David Archer has been involved in past disputes between the Reserve Bank and the Reserve Bank Superannuation and Provident Fund Scheme. The Treasury advised me that there is no material actual or potential…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What is the daily or hourly remuneration rate agreed upon for Mr David Archer as a reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
I am advised that the figure is commercially sensitive due to ongoing contractual negotiations with other suppliers to the review. It is my expectation Treasury will release the figure once the review is complete.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What is the daily or hourly remuneration rate agreed upon for Dr Orphanides as a reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
I am advised that the figure is commercially sensitive due to ongoing contractual negotiations with other suppliers to the review. It is my expectation Treasury will release the figure once the review is complete.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What are the specific terms of engagement for Mr Archer as a reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Mr Archer has been contracted to work with Dr Ophanides to produce a written report that assesses the performance of monetary policy during the COVID-19 pandemic and makes recommendations to improve the monetary policy response to future…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
(matches this search)
What are the specific terms of engagement for Dr Orphanides as a reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Dr Ophanides has been contracted to work with Mr Archer to produce a written report that assesses the performance of monetary policy during the COVID-19 pandemic and makes recommendations to improve the monetary policy response to future…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Did the Minister or her office have any direct contact with Dr Orphanides prior to their appointment as a reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
No.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Did the Minister or her office have any direct contact with Mr Archer prior to their appointment as a reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
No.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Were any other candidates considered for the role of reviewer in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic; if so, how many?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Corrected reply: 8 candidates were shortlisted for consideration. I am advised a further 7 were subsequently contacted by Treasury.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What process was undertaken to identify and select Dr Athanasios Orphanides and Mr David Archer as the reviewers in the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Cabinet authorised me, in consultation with the Associate Ministers of Finance, to approve the selection of monetary policy experts to conduct the review. The Treasury ran a closed competitive procurement process to identify candidates and…
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
On what date, if any, was feedback due on the coalition party consultation of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
On what date, if any, was feedback due on the ministerial consultation of the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
21 July 2025.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
On what date, if any, was the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026 sent out for coalition party consultation?
On what date, if any, was the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026 sent out for ministerial consultation?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
11 July 2025.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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On what dates, if any, did Cabinet consider the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
25 August 2025.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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Which Cabinet Committee, if any, approved the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026, and on what date?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The Cabinet Economic Policy Committee considered the independent review on 20 August 2025.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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On what dates, if any, did Cabinet Committees consider the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
The Cabinet Economic Policy Committee considered the independent review on 20 August 2025.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
(matches this search)
On what date, if any, did Cabinet approve the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
25 August 2025.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What is the total expected cost, if any, for the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
$500,000 has been set aside for the review. The final cost of the review could be lower.
Asked by
Barbara Edmonds
Member for Mana · Labour Party
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What is the total budget, if any, for the independent review of New Zealand’s monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic announced on 11 February 2026?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
$500,000 has been set aside for the review. The final cost of the review could be lower.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
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What climate adaptation or climate resilience plans or proposals, if any, has the Minister's department received from local governments since 27 November 2023, listed by date and local government?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
Local government plans and proposals are usually received and considered by other agencies first, rather than the Treasury. While the Treasury occasionally receives information on local government proposals, it does not hold them centrally…
Asked by
Camilla Belich
List MP · Labour Party
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Has the Minister or their staff had any discussions with any officials who planned to charge for replying to Official Information Act requests and if so, what advice, if any, did they provide those officials?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
No.
Asked by
Camilla Belich
List MP · Labour Party
(matches this search)
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 Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
I refer the Member to the Ombudsman guidance on charging: www.ombudsman.parliament.nz/resources/charging-guide-charging-official-information-under-oia-and-lgoima
Asked by
Camilla Belich
List MP · Labour Party
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On how many occasions, if any, during the 2025 calendar year did each agency for which the Minister has responsibility suggest to a requestor that a fee would be charged for providing information requested under the Official Information…
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
None.
Asked by
Camilla Belich
List MP · Labour Party
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On how many occasions, if any, during the 2025 calendar year did each agency for which the Minister has responsibility charge someone for providing information under the Official Information Act and for each instance what was the amount…
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
None.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
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How many graduate positions, if any, were there in the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, between November 2024 and November 2025?
Answered by
Hon Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance
70.
Asked by
Camilla Belich
List MP · Labour Party
(matches this search)
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 Nicola Willis
List MP · National Party · Minister for Social Investment
I refer the Member to the Ombudsman guidance on charging: www.ombudsman.parliament.nz/resources/charging-guide-charging-official-information-under-oia-and-lgoima