26690 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 26 Jun 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	26690 (2026)
Question asked:	04 Jun 2026
Member asking:	Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall
Portfolio:	Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon Simeon Brown
Answer received:	22 Jun 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_26690_2026
Document guid:	c9217e26-5250-4173-a109-74bd7bbc4dc6

26690 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: How much of the October 2025 announced diagnostics investment of $108 million has been spent to date, and what is the remaining total forecast cost, if any?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that nine machines have been installed to date, with a further 29 scheduled for installation over the three-year programme. I am further advised that the programme remains on track and within budget, with all 38 machines expected to be delivered within the total funding allocation of $108 million.