Government responds to Covid-19 inquiry with new transparency measures

Wednesday 29 July 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 29 Jul, 12:40pm

In this story Christopher Luxon, Simeon Brown, Treasury, Ministry of Health

Health Minister Simeon Brown has released the Government's response to the Covid-19 pandemic inquiry. Future major emergency decisions must be supported by key advice released within five working days. Additionally, future financial assistance must meet Treasury guidance to be timely, temporary and targeted.

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1. StuffWed 29 Jul, 11:51am

   Government to force change on health advice, financial support after Covid-19 inquiry (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsWed 29 Jul, 12:40pm

   Govt accepts most Covid inquiry recommendations - with some caveats (opens in new tab)