Pharmac chief executive Sarah Fitt resigns

Friday 28 February 2025 · 7 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 28 Feb 2025, 2:36pm

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Sarah Fitt has resigned as Pharmac chief executive after seven years in the role. The board confirmed her resignation will take effect on 30 May. The decision follows months of pressure and a lack of confidence from the board and Associate Health Minister David Seymour.

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1. The PostFri 28 Feb 2025, 2:28pm

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2. NZ HeraldFri 28 Feb 2025, 2:30pm

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3. StuffFri 28 Feb 2025, 2:36pm

   Pharmac CEO Sarah Fitt resigns after months of pressure (opens in new tab)