19128 (2026). Teanau Tuiono to the Minister of Foreign Affairs

19128 (2026). Teanau Tuiono to the Minister of Foreign Affairs: Further to PWQ 17683 (2026) does consular support include a welfare visit to Everlee Wihongi and if not why not?

Rt Hon Winston Peters: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade makes decisions regarding prison detention visits on a case-by-case basis, taking into account a range of factors, including the client's needs and requests, the prison facilities in the country concerned, safety considerations for staff, and whether the Ministry has an office in the area where a New Zealander is held. In this case, the Ministry can confirm that several welfare checks have been made on the individual concerned, including a visit by New Zealand Consulate staff in Los Angeles while she was held in facilities in California. Further information on how consular cases are supported can be found on the SafeTravel website: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/while-you-re-away/when-things-go-wrong/you-have-been-arrested-or-jailed