Health Consultation Hub

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Recent consultations from the Ministry of Health and Ministerial health committees are displayed below.

Open Consultations

  • Public consultation for the review of the End of Life Choice Act (2019)

    Need to talk? Assisted dying is a sensitive topic and may be difficult for some people. Phone or text 1737 to speak with a counsellor anytime, for free. The End of Life Choice Act 2019 (the Act) is the law that makes assisted dying legal in New Zealand. It came into force on 7 November...

    Closes 26 September 2024

  • Safe Areas - One year survey

    The Ministry of Health | Manatū Hauora (the Ministry) is conducting a survey to understand provider experiences and observations following the establishment of a Safe Area around their facility. The information gathered from this survey will contribute to a review of the effectiveness of Safe Areas...

    Closes 30 September 2024

  • Strategy to Prevent and Minimise Gambling Harm 2025/26 to 2027/28

    Harm from gambling is a significant public health issue for our communities, and for individuals, families and whānau. Every three years the Ministry of Health is required by the Gambling Act 2003 to set out a proposed strategy to prevent and minimise the harm caused by gambling. ...

    Closes 6 October 2024

  • Developing the Hauora Māori Strategy 2025

    The Ministry, as chief steward of the health system, is responsible for the development and delivery of a new Hauora Māori Strategy under the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022. Manatū Hauora is therefore undertaking engagement to test and refine proposals for the Hauora Māori Strategy 2025. ...

    Closes 14 October 2024

  • Proposed updates to the Guideline on the Regulation of Therapeutic Products in New Zealand: Clinical Trials

    This consultation is aimed at pharmaceutical companies, health care professional organisations and individuals involved in conducting clinical trials in New Zealand. People who participate in clinical trials or with an interest in clinical trials regulation may also wish to participate. ...

    Closes 27 October 2024

Closed Consultations