10. KATRINA SHANKS (National) Link to this
to the Minister for Social Development and Employment
How is the Government improving transparency of taxpayer-funded social services?
Hon SIMON POWER (Minister of Justice) Link to this
Today the Government launched contract mapping, a new tool that locates Government funding across New Zealand. The website uses Google Maps to pinpoint every social service provider in the country. We are able to see who gets the money, what it is for, how much they get, and where we can find them. This tool means that policy makers, communities, and Ministers can immediately see where services are funded, and will be able to identify gaps and overlaps in the community.
How will contract mapping contribute to the Government’s priority of having coordinated social services?