59053 (2025). Hon Jan Tinetti to the Minister for Social Investment

59053 (2025). Hon Jan Tinetti to the Minister for Social Investment: Has the Minister sought or received advice on the comparative cost‑effectiveness of targeted social investment projects for a small cohort; versus across‑the‑board increases to core benefits, Working for Families, Best Start and other income supports in terms of reducing child poverty and improving long‑term wellbeing; if so, what did that advice conclude?​

Hon Nicola Willis: I have not sought or received advice from the Social Investment Agency on the comparative cost effectiveness of targeted social investment projects for a small cohort; versus across the board increases to core benefits, Working for Families, Best Start and other income supports in terms of reducing child poverty and improving long term wellbeing.