16989 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 18 May 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	16989 (2026)
Question asked:	21 Apr 2026
Member asking:	Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall
Portfolio:	Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon Simeon Brown
Answer received:	12 May 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_16989_2026
Document guid:	4c7a2d8e-dc6c-4ed7-972c-b7a11c36b703

16989 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: Further to reply 12089 (2026), what are the specific contingency plans referenced, have they been documented in writing, and when were they last tested?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that Health New Zealand and its major suppliers have documented contingency plans in place. This is a standard contractual requirement for Health NZ suppliers.