20604 (2026). Hon Ginny Andersen to the Minister of Police

Written Question

Published date: 12 Jun 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	20604 (2026)
Question asked:	28 May 2026
Member asking:	Hon Ginny Andersen
Portfolio:	Minister of Police
Minister replying:	Hon Mark Mitchell
Answer received:	08 Jun 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_20604_2026
Document guid:	190cdbff-210d-4f7f-9a75-bd7409a0e955

20604 (2026). Hon Ginny Andersen to the Minister of Police: How many New Zealand Police jobs, if any, will be impacted by Budget 2026 operational efficiencies?

Hon Mark Mitchell: I am advised that Police is not required to reduce staff numbers, whether Police Employees or Constabulary staff, in order to contribute to our government targets.