Amended Answers to Oral Questions β Question No. 7 to Minister
I seek leave to make a personal explanation to clarify part of an answer to oral question No. 7, on 25 July 2023.
ASSISTANT SPEAKER (Hon Jacqui Dean): Leave is sought for that purpose. Is there any objection? There is none.
Yesterday, in my responses to supplementary questions to oral question No. 7, on behalf of the Minister for Social Development and Employment, I stated that the Government has changed the criteria for access to the special needs grant for dental treatment so that, among other things, people are supported to access what would be considered normal dental appointments for fillings or check-ups, and to get the kinds of appointments to make sure that they have regular oral health checks. I want to clarify that dental grants, which have historically only been available for emergency care, now also cover all immediate and essential dental care. This means New Zealanders can get support through the grant for most treatments, including things like fillings and infections, and it includes consultations and dental professionals, but only where they lead to immediate and essential care.
Members, the House stands adjourned until 2 p.m.
The House adjourned at 12.58 p.m.
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- Hon Jacqui Dean (New Zealand National Party β Member for Waitaki)
- Hon Peeni Henare (New Zealand Labour Party β Member for TΔmaki Makaurau)