6232 (2026). Ricardo Menéndez March to the Minister of Immigration

Written Question

Published date: 13 Mar 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	6232 (2026)
Question asked:	26 Feb 2026
Member asking:	Ricardo Menéndez March
Portfolio:	Minister of Immigration
Minister replying:	Hon Erica Stanford
Answer received:	08 Mar 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_06232_2026
Document guid:	e86a1cf1-1a29-4715-a0cd-a68a6442b97a

6232 (2026). Ricardo Menéndez March to the Minister of Immigration: What training is provided, if any, to Immigration New Zealand compliance officers in relation to de-escalation practices?

Hon Erica Stanford: I am advised that Compliance Officers receive Situation Safety and Tactical Communications training upon employment, with a refresher every two years. This training includes de-escalation techniques.