50477 (2024). Debbie Ngarewa-Packer to the Minister for Social Development and Employment

50477 (2024). Debbie Ngarewa-Packer to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: Will the Minister provide further clarity on a pathway for beneficiaries after their benefit is cut; if so, when?

Hon Louise Upston: At the red light, beneficiaries must contact MSD to determine how they will re-comply with their obligations. At the orange light, everyone has five days to re-comply with their obligation or dispute their obligation failure before moving to red. I refer the member to the explanation of the traffic lights here: https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/on-a-benefit/obligations/traffic-lights.html