78924 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister for Trade

78924 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister for Trade: What information regarding conflicts of interest is explicitly requested or expected to be declared as part of the appointment process for Crown boards within ministries, departments, and agencies for which the Minister is responsible?

Hon Todd McClay: I am advised that for appointments to the Board of New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, information on real and perceived conflicts is requested at the time applicants apply for a role, during interviews of candidates, and prior to consultation of their appointment and confirmation at Cabinet.