WorkSafe funding aligned for greater transparency

With the Health and Safety reforms underway, a change has been made to how WorkSafe New Zealand’s funding is managed that adds increased accountability, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden confirmed today. 

“Moving WorkSafe’s funding into a multi-category appropriation allows for greater visibility of spending and performance meaning
WorkSafe will be more accountable for its activities and results, says Ms van Velden. 

“While it has been pleasing to see improvements in WorkSafe’s financial management under its new operating model, this change will further focus its financial management,” says Ms van Velden. 

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