8818 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 17 Mar 2025

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	8818 (2025)
Question asked:	04 Mar 2025
Member asking:	Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall
Portfolio:	Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon Simeon Brown
Answer received:	12 Mar 2025
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_08818_2025
Document guid:	dc358a1f-b798-4315-8740-4d97b61e3e47

8818 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: What is his rationale for setting the rural incentive at $20,000 compared to $15,000 in urban areas, and how was this difference determined?

Hon Simeon Brown: Our Government is focused on delivering timely, quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. I am advised that the additional funding for rural areas reflects the unique challenges these communities face, such as their remote locations and difficulties in staffing.