64667 (2024). Cushla Tangaere-Manuel to the Minister for Tourism and Hospitality

64667 (2024). Cushla Tangaere-Manuel to the Minister for Tourism and Hospitality: What steps, if any, is the Minister taking to address the challenges of visa processing delays and the skills gap within the hospitality industry, as identified by the Restaurant Association?

Hon Matt Doocey: I am advised that the responsibility for the Immigration, Tertiary Education and Skills, and Social Development and Employment portfolios sit outside my responsibility as the Tourism and Hospitality Minister.