26949 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister of Statistics

Written Question

Published date: 19 Jun 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	26949 (2026)
Question asked:	04 Jun 2026
Member asking:	Francisco Hernandez
Portfolio:	Minister of Statistics
Minister replying:	Hon Scott Simpson
Answer received:	15 Jun 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_26949_2026
Document guid:	452a178c-ee33-4531-a78c-f4d17977201c

26949 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister of Statistics: What cost pressures within their relevant portfolio Votes, if any, was the Minister informed of prior to Budget 2026 - listing any advice received on this by date and title?

Hon Scott Simpson: The Performance Plan from June 2025 outlines the cost pressures for Stats NZ. Stats NZ has identified operating pressures over the medium term, largely driven by the rising cost of sustaining existing services, particularly in workforce and production-related areas. The organisation is managing these pressures within existing baselines through a structured programme of efficiency and productivity improvements, including changes to delivery models and increased use of data and technology. This approach prioritises efficiency gains while protecting core outputs.