364,000 New Zealanders rely on an accommodation supplement – but these 3 flaws need fixing
- Written by Wasay Majid, Research Assistant, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
New Zealand’s accommodation supplement scheme is facing scrutiny, with Social Development Minister Louise Upston recently saying “there is merit in considering whether the current settings are fair and sustainable long-term”.
The means-tested accommodation supplement is a weekly payment helping households with rent, board, or...
