52731 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Police

52731 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Police: What is the total sum of money spent, if any, on contractors and consultants to assist in any change processes, role disestablishments, and/or restructures, at departments, ministries and agencies for which the Minister is responsible, since 27 November 2023, listed by month and agency?

Hon Mark Mitchell: I am advised that the total sum of money spent on contractors and consultants to assist with the change process currently underway under the Financial Sustainability Programme is $1,073,691.50. In regard to the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Between 27 November 2023 and 26 August 2024, the Serious Fraud Office has not spent any money on, or engaged any, contractors or consultants in relation to any change processes, role disestablishments, and/or restructure.