11493 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

11493 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: How many cases of delayed radiology results in the last 12 months have led to an escalation in a patient’s clinical condition, listed by hospital?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that Health New Zealand does not centrally hold this data as requested by the Member. I am further advised that providing this information as requested would require Health New Zealand to undertake a significant manual collation exercise, diverting staff from essential services that deliver access to timely, quality healthcare. As per Speaker’s Ruling 185-6, the time and cost involved in answering this question are not justified in the public interest.