13996 (2026). Hon Willow-Jean Prime to the Minister for Social Development and Employment

Written Question

Published date: 29 Apr 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	13996 (2026)
Question asked:	14 Apr 2026
Member asking:	Hon Willow-Jean Prime
Portfolio:	Minister for Social Development and Employment
Minister replying:	Hon Louise Upston
Answer received:	22 Apr 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_13996_2026
Document guid:	e4d1d83e-e466-4c4a-b679-fb859fcba8be

13996 (2026). Hon Willow-Jean Prime to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: What does a Ministry of Social Development 'work check-in' involve for people who have been receiving a main benefit for six months?

Hon Louise Upston: I am advised by the Ministry of Social Development that clients attend a presentation which outlines client obligations and reiterates the importance of meeting them, and provides information on preparing for and finding work. Clients then have a one on one conversation with Case Managers to ensure the client is taking sufficient steps to become work-ready, apply for jobs, and to make a plan for their next steps/activities.