Search written questions to Ministers and the replies they have received.
Showing 651 to 692 of 692 written question sets.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Has any of the Ministerial Advisory Group for Retail Crime funding for 2026/27 been brought forward, if so, what funding has been brought forward and why?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
No funding has been brought forward.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Does he have confidence that the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime’s spending plans are efficient and a prudent allocation of resources, if so, why?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
My expectation has been that the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime manage its resources effectively to deliver their work programme, and they have done so.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What changes, if any, have been made to the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime’s spending plans to ensure efficiency and prudent resources allocation to ensure expenditure remains within available means following…
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
As staffing the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is a substantive portion of the Group’s spending plan, expenditure has been managed through reducing the number of contractors, their rates and contract durations.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What date, if any, did the Minister receive an updated work programme form the Ministerial Advisory Group for Retail Crime?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
On 14 November 2025.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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How much, if anything, was spent on the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime in 2024/25 and to date in 2025/26 and how do those figures breakdown by Travel and Accommodation, Administration, Personnel, Chair fees and…
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I refer the Member to table 1, attached.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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How much, if anything, was budgeted for the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime in each year 2024/25, 2025/26 and 2026/27?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I refer the Member to table 1, attached.
Asked by
Francisco Hernandez
List MP · Green Party
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Does the Code of Conduct for Crown Entity Board Members apply to the Chair of the Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
A Ministerial Advisory Group is not a Crown Entity.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
Was he aware of the links between his Associate Minister, Hon Nicole McKee, and his nominees to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) before he took those nominations to Cabinet and if so, on what date was he made aware of those links?
Did he seek advice from his Associate Minister, Hon Nicole McKee, about any conflicts of interest when he received her request in September 2025, asking him to make the decisions on a briefing about nominees to the Ministerial Arms…
Did he seek any advice from the Cabinet Office about his Associate Minister’s management of potential conflicts of interest in the appointment process for new members of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), and if so, what advice,…
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
As is standard practice, I was made aware that Hon Nicole McKee had a potential conflict of interest in relation to potential appointments to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group at the point in time in which I was asked to consider…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Did he seek any advice from Ministry of Justice officials about the process they followed to identify nominees to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) in November 2025, and if not, why not?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
On 11 September 2025, Ministry of Justice officials advised me on the process that had been followed to identify nominees to the Minister's Arms Advisory Group.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
How many people did the Ministry of Justice suggest to him as possible nominees to fill two open positions on the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) late last year and was he satisfied with the range of potential nominees provided?
Did he consider seeking further nominations to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) after his Associate Minister transferred decision making responsibility to him and if not, why not?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
The Ministry of Justice presented me with two nominees. I was satisfied with the two candidates as they filled the requirements on experience and expertise, as well as the membership balance between the firearm-owning community and the…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Did he seek advice from officials about any conflicts of interest when he received the request from his Associate Minister, Hon Nicole McKee, in September 2025, asking him to make the decisions on a briefing about nominees to the…
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
On 11 September 2025, Ministry of Justice officials advised me that, to avoid any potential conflicts of interest, the Associate Minister of Justice requested that I made decisions on the process.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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How many nominees from Coalition parties did the Ministry of Justice receive in relation to the November 2025 appointments to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) and how does that number break down by party?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
The Ministry of Justice received two nominees referred from the Associate Minister of Justice's Office.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Is it the Minister’s view that the process followed in appointing two new members to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) in November 2025 was a transparent and contestable process and if so, how?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I am satisfied that due process was followed as the two appointees filled the requirements on experience and expertise, as well as the membership balance between the firearm-owning community and the non-firearm-owning community, as…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What advice, if any, did he receive about re-opening nominations to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) after his Associate Minister transferred decision making responsibility to him and what action, if any, did he take as a result?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I was advised that the Ministry could invite nominations to agencies, groups, and MAAG Chair and members. However, I was satisfied with the two candidates presented to me as they filled the requirements on experience and expertise, as well…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
When, if at all, did he become aware that his Associate Minister, Hon Nicole McKee’s private secretary had advised the Ministry of Justice to seek nominations for appointment to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) from other groups…
Was he aware that Hon Nicole McKee’s private secretary had advised the Ministry of Justice to seek nominations for appointments to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) from other groups such as the Police only if there were no…
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I was aware and note that the Associate Minister of Justice later recused herself from the process. For the second part of the question, I refer the Member to reply number 251 (2026).
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
On what dates, if any, did she seek advice from the Cabinet Office about her potential conflicts of interest in the appointment process for new members of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG) and for each date, if any, what was the…
Did the Cabinet Office advise the Minister to not to make Ministerial decisions related to the appointment process of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), if so, what date did she receive that advice?
What conflicts of interest, if any, were declared by Minister Nicole McKee prior to the appointment of Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), and were any conflicts declared?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I had discussions with the Cabinet Office in July-August 2025 in relation to a potential conflict of interest in respect of the 2025 appointments to the MAAG. The relevant appointment decisions were made by Hon Goldsmith in order to avoid…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What involvement, if any, did the Minister have with the 2025 appointment process of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG)?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
On 16 July 2025 I decided to reappoint Mr Shane Walker and Ms Deborah Lamb and decided not to reappoint Ms Philippa Yasbek and Ms Helene Leaf. Furthermore, on 27 July 2025 I agreed to send letters of appreciation to retiring members of the…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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On what date did her private secretary advise the Ministry of Justice not to seek nominations from Police, Te Puni Kōkiri, the Māori Firearms Forum, MAAG members and the Arms Engagement Group for the appointment process of the Ministerial…
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
On 29 July 2025.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Did the Minister seek agreement from her colleagues to take part in the appointment process of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), if so, on what date did she seek agreement?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
Section 88(1) of the Arms Act 1983 determines that the responsible Minister must establish an Arms Advisory Group comprising a chairperson and up to 8 other members. As I am the responsible Minister of the Advisory Group, I did not seek…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What date did the Minister withdraw or delegate responsibilities for ministerial decisions relating to the appointment process of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG)?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
On 1 September 2025.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Did the Minister receive Cabinet advice on the appointment of Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), if so, what date did she receive that advice?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
Cabinet discussions are confidential. Providing a response to the Member’s question would breach Cabinet confidentiality and collective responsibility. Accordingly, consistent with Speaker’s Ruling 199/6, I do not consider it to be in the…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Did Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall undergo an interview when appointed to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG)?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall did not undergo an interview when appointed to the Minister's Arms Advisory Group.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What date did she advise the Ministry of Justice that she was not seeking nominations from Police, Te Puni Kōkiri, the Māori Firearms Forum, MAAG members and the Arms Engagement Group for the appointment process of the Ministerial Arms…
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
The Ministry was advised on 29 July 2025.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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Why did the Minister not seek nominations from Police, Te Puni Kōkiri, the Māori Firearms Forum, MAAG members and the Arms Engagement Group for the appointment process of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG)?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I was satisfied with the two candidates nominated by my colleagues as they filled the requirements on experience and expertise, as well as the membership balance between the firearm-owning community and the non-firearm-owning community, as…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What interests, if any, were declared by Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall upon their appointment to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG)?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
As possible conflicts of interest, Mike Spray declared his role as current National HUNTS Coordinator, NZ Deerstalkers Association Inc., and Michelle Roderick-Hall declared her role as a public servant.
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What appointment processes, if any, were followed in the appointment of Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG)?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
Nominations were sought from my colleagues for appointees who possessed knowledge and experience in some or all of the areas established on s90(2) of the Arms Act 1983. The Minister of Justice then took a paper to the Cabinet Appointments…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What criteria was used to recommend the appointment of Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall to the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), if any?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I was not involved in recommending the appointment of Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall. My Office received their nominations in response to my communication seeking nominations, and the Minister of Justice made the decision on who he…
Asked by
Ginny Andersen
List MP · Labour Party
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What remuneration, if any, are Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall receiving as members of the Ministerial Arms Advisory Group (MAAG), and is that within the Cabinet Fees Framework?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
Mike Spray and Michelle Roderick-Hall are receiving the same remuneration as other Minister's Arms Advisory Group members: $395 per day of duties. The fee is below the range advised on the Cabinet Office Circular CO (25) 2 - Cabinet Fees…
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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Will proposed changes to earthquake prone building rules have an impact on the probable cost of remediating the old Greymouth courthouse - if so what are the new probable costs?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I am advised remediation of the Greymouth courthouse would require both extensive seismic strengthening and significant related works to address the building’s condition and life-safety risks. Probable costs have not been estimated,…
Asked by
Tamatha Paul
Member for Wellington Central · Green Party
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How much of the 24% increase of incarcerated women between September 2024 - September 2025 is driven by: - remand decisions; - bail opposition practices; and - changes in sentencing thresholds?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I am advised that the 24% increase in the number of women in prison between September 2024 and September 2025 reflects growth in both the remand and sentenced populations. This is due to a 12% increase of woman in remand and a 43% increase…
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 15 December 2025, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon David Seymour
Member for Epsom · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
None.
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 15 December 2025, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I refer the Member to attachment 1. I have received four further documents, but I believe it would prejudice the orderly and effective conduct of government decision making processes to release the titles at this time.
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 15 December 2025, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I received the following advice: - 15 December 2025 – Aide memoire: Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Court Analysis - 15 December 2025 – Aide memoire: Supporting Material for ECO on AML/CFT National Strategy - 17 December 2025 – Report:…
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 15 December 2025, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon David Seymour
Member for Epsom · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
None.
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 15 December 2025, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I took the following two papers to Cabinet: 16 December 2025: Public Protection Order Review Panel: Appointments and Reappointments 17 December 2025: The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism National Strategy and…
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 15 December 2025, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I took the following papers: Electoral Amendment Bill: Changes to Previous Decisions on Prisoner Voting Orders in Council to Wind Up the Solicitors’ Fidelity Guarantee Fund and Repeal of Provisions I took three additional papers but…
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 8 December 2025, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon David Seymour
Member for Epsom · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
None.
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
(matches this search)
What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 8 December 2025, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I received the following advice: 9 December 2025 – Aide memoire: Talking Points for Justice Sector Ministers Meeting 12 December – Proceeds of Crime Fund 10 December 2025 – Aide Memoire: Legal aid – request for further information –…
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 8 December 2025, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I refer the Member to attachment 1. I have received 23 further documents, but I believe it would prejudice the orderly and effective conduct of government decision making processes to release the titles at this time.
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 8 December 2025, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon David Seymour
Member for Epsom · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
None.
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
(matches this search)
What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 8 December 2025, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon Nicole McKee
List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice
I took the following paper to Cabinet: 10 December 2025: Firearms Reform Programme: Establishing the New Firearms Regulatory Agency and Implementing the Firearms Reforms
Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 8 December 2025, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon Paul Goldsmith
List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice
I took the following papers to Cabinet: Electoral Amendment Bill: Proposed Changes Real Estate Agents Authority: Appointments and Reappointments