34804 (2025). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister for Regulation

Written Question
Published date: 25 Jul 2025
34804 (2025). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister for Regulation: With regard to PWQ 31929 (2025), what, if anything, will staff at the Ministry for Regulation be entitled to receive through any proposed health and wellbeing allowance?
Hon David Seymour: Officials advise that the consultation with staff included a proposal for permanent employees, and fixed-term employees engaged for 12 months or more, to have access to two allowances: 1. A hearing and vision care allowance which includes one test, and up to $400 reimbursement for products (e.g. glasses) every 2 years. 2. A wellbeing allowance of $500 per annum.