
Louise Upston: Social Development and Employment Minister on the number of beneficiaries fulfilling their obligations
From The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Published 3/2/2026

From The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Published 3/2/2026
The Government believes its traffic welfare system is increasing people's chances of getting a job. The system was introduced in August 2024 and uses traffic light colours to help beneficiaries stay on track with their obligations. An evaluation has found nearly 99% of Ministry of…