5634 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister of Justice

Written Question

Published date: 06 Mar 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	5634 (2026)
Question asked:	22 Feb 2026
Member asking:	Francisco Hernandez
Portfolio:	Minister of Justice
Minister replying:	Hon Paul Goldsmith
Answer received:	02 Mar 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_05634_2026
Document guid:	141dc247-18b6-4cab-901c-ac4950595080

5634 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister of Justice: How many other candidates, if any, were considered for the role of Law Commission President around the time that Dr Mark Hickford was appointed, and how many, if any, were interviewed?

Hon Paul Goldsmith: Wide ranging discussions were had with officials on potential candidates to fill the position of President on a short-term basis.