33915 (2026). Lemauga Lydia Sosene to the Minister responsible for Ministerial Services

Written Question
Published date: 12 Aug 2026
33915 (2026). Lemauga Lydia Sosene to the Minister responsible for Ministerial Services: How many traffic infringement notices, if any, were issued in respect of Crown VIP fleet vehicles in each of the last three financial years, broken down by infringement type, and who was liable for payment in each case?
Rt Hon Christopher Luxon: The attached table sets out traffic infringements recorded for Crown VIP fleet vehicles over the last three financial years, including the infringement type, number of occasions, and who was liable for payment. The data refers to vehicles driven by chauffeurs only. I refer the member to reply number 33892 (2026) for infringements associated with ministers’ self-drive vehicles. FY Type Number Paid By FY23/24 Speeding Infringement 2 Paid by Individual FY24/25 Speeding Infringement Traffic Light Breach Parking Infringement 4 1 6 Paid by Individual Paid by Individual Paid by DIA FY25/26 Speeding Infringement Lane Infringement 1 1 Paid by Individual Paid by Individual