Office of the Clerk

The Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives is Parliament’s secretariat, providing advice and services to members of parliament, the House of Representatives and its committees.

The Office of the Clerk is an independent, non-partisan organisation providing services to the House, its committees, and all members of Parliament. It provides advice on parliamentary law and practice, supports sittings of the House and meetings of select committees, produces and holds Parliament's official records and promotes engagement with Parliament. It also provides support to members of parliament with inter-parliamentary relations and overseas delegations.

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Parole (Extended Supervision Orders) Amendment Bill

Monday, 7 July 2014, 4:58 pm | Office of the Clerk

This bill amends the Parole Act 2002 so far as it relates to extended supervision orders. Extended supervision orders are used to manage a small number of child sex offenders who pose a high risk of causing serious harm after being released from ... More >>

Select Committee Business From 30 June to 4 July 2014

Friday, 4 July 2014, 5:18 pm | Office of the Clerk

Select Committee Business From 30 June to 4 July 2014 Committee meetings There were 14 committee meetings, all in the parliamentary complex. More >>

Questions and Answers - July 3

Thursday, 3 July 2014, 5:19 pm | Office of the Clerk

Economic Programme—Interest Rates 1. Hon PHIL HEATLEY (National—Whangarei) to the Minister of Finance : How will the Government’s responsible fiscal management help to ensure interest rates will remain lower than they were in the previous economic ... More >>

Questions For Oral Answer July 3

Thursday, 3 July 2014, 11:42 am | Office of the Clerk

1. Hon PHIL HEATLEY to the Minister of Finance: How will the Government’s responsible fiscal management help to ensure interest rates will remain lower than they were in the previous economic cycle? More >>

Questions and Answers - July 2

Wednesday, 2 July 2014, 5:37 pm | Office of the Clerk

Education—Prime Minister’s Statements 1. Hon DAVID CUNLIFFE (Leader of the Opposition) to the Prime Minister : Is he still committed to “ensuring our schools are working for all students”, and is he satisfied his Government has done enough to ensure ... More >>

Questions For Oral Answer July 2

Wednesday, 2 July 2014, 11:43 am | Office of the Clerk

1. Hon DAVID CUNLIFFE to the Prime Minister: Is he still committed to “ensuring our schools are working for all students”, and is he satisfied his Government has done enough to ensure that every child has equal access to a low-cost public education? More >>

Questions and Answers - July 1

Tuesday, 1 July 2014, 5:30 pm | Office of the Clerk

Prime Minister—Statements 1. Dr RUSSEL NORMAN (Co-Leader - Green) to the Prime Minister : Does he stand by all his statements? More >>

Questions For Oral Answer July 1

Tuesday, 1 July 2014, 11:45 am | Office of the Clerk

1. Dr RUSSEL NORMAN to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his statements? More >>

Select Committee Business From 23 June to 26 June 2014

Friday, 27 June 2014, 5:00 pm | Office of the Clerk

There were 16 committee meetings, two outside Wellington and 14 in the parliamentary complex. More >>

Questions and Answers - June 26

Thursday, 26 June 2014, 7:31 pm | Office of the Clerk

Tax System Changes—Fairness and Impact on Households and Businesses 1. Dr JIAN YANG (National) to the Minister of Finance : What changes has the Government made in recent years to make the tax system fairer and to help families and businesses ... More >>

Questions For Oral Answer June 26

Thursday, 26 June 2014, 12:00 pm | Office of the Clerk

1. Dr JIAN YANG to the Minister of Finance: What changes has the Government made in recent years to make the tax system fairer and to help families and businesses get ahead? More >>

Questions and Answers - June 25

Wednesday, 25 June 2014, 5:26 pm | Office of the Clerk

Inequality—Economic and Social 1. Hon DAVID CUNLIFFE (Leader of the Opposition) to the Prime Minister : Does he accept inequality, including asset inequality, is increasing in New Zealand? More >>

Questions For Oral Answer June 25

Wednesday, 25 June 2014, 11:42 am | Office of the Clerk

1. Hon DAVID CUNLIFFE to the Prime Minister: Does he accept inequality, including asset inequality, is increasing in New Zealand? More >>

Questions and Answers - June 24

Tuesday, 24 June 2014, 5:47 pm | Office of the Clerk

Mining in Conservations Areas—Commentary 1. TE URUROA FLAVELL (Co-Leader—Māori Party) to the Minister of Conservation : Does he agree with the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Dr Jan Wright, that joint decision-making with the Minister ... More >>

Questions For Oral Answer June 24

Tuesday, 24 June 2014, 11:44 am | Office of the Clerk

1. TE URUROA FLAVELL to the Minister of Conservation: Does he agree with Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Dr Jan Wright, that joint decision=making with the Minister for energy and Resources on mining the conservation estate undermines ... More >>

Select Committee Business From 16 June to 20 June 2014

Friday, 20 June 2014, 5:18 pm | Office of the Clerk

Select Committee Business From 16 June to 20 June 2014 Committee meetings There were 20 committee meetings, all in the parliamentary complex. Reports presented Commerce Committee • 2014/15 Estimates for Vote Commerce and Consumer Affairs • 2014/15 ... More >>

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