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Critical public health roles could go under new restructure

Critical public health roles could go under new restructure

Update: 2025-12-05
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Critical public health roles - including in emergency management, pandemic preparedness and Maori health - are on the chopping block at the Ministry of Health, with yet another restructuring under way before Christmas. The Public Service Association says the loss of skills and expertise will leave New Zealand vulnerable, as the risk from disease and natural disasters continues to ramp up. Consultation on the changes closes in just over a fortnight and any changes are expected to be in place by April. Ruth Hill reports.
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Critical public health roles could go under new restructure

Critical public health roles could go under new restructure