53760 (2024). Lan Pham to the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries

53760 (2024). Lan Pham to the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries: Further to 48218 (2024), did he discuss, in his meeting on 21 May 2024 with the Rock Lobster Industry Council, Seafood New Zealand, and the Paua Industry Council, elements of the amendments to section 58 of the Marine and Coastal Area Act 2011 that were, at the time not in the public arena, and if so, what was discussed?

Hon Shane Jones: The meeting with Fishing Industry Representatives discussed their view on the Marine and Coastal Area Act 2011 and reference was made to the New Zealand National Party and New Zealand First coalition commitment that section 58 of the Act is to be amended.