16930 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Associate Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 06 May 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	16930 (2026)
Question asked:	21 Apr 2026
Member asking:	Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall
Portfolio:	Associate Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon David Seymour
Answer received:	30 Apr 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_16930_2026
Document guid:	a5412f66-ddd2-4965-a3b4-a5e9b9ccfaca

16930 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Associate Minister of Health: Further to reply 12362 (2026), when did Ministry of Health officials commence the assessment of supply-chain risks to pharmaceuticals and medical devices arising from a sustained fuel disruption, and when is that assessment expected to conclude?

Hon David Seymour: Officials from the Ministry of Health have been working with health agencies on assessing any risks to the supply chain for pharmaceuticals and medical devices since March 2026. This work continues on an ongoing basis.