26429 (2026). Camilla Belich to the Minister of Education

26429 (2026). Camilla Belich to the Minister of Education: What is the total sum, if any, spent on wages for any contractors and consultants who have been previously employed in a different capacity at any agency, department, Crown entity, company, or other organisation for which the Minister is responsible, since 27 November 2023, as at 5 June 2026, broken down by month and organisation?

Hon Erica Stanford: The Ministry has engaged four contractors who were previously employed in a different capacity at the Ministry since 27 November 2023. The total sum paid is $334,736. A breakdown of costs is not provided due to privacy. In relation to Education New Zealand and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and the Education Review Office, the answer is none.