Senior Reporter, NZ Herald - Wellington·NZ Herald·7 Sep, 2026 04:57 PM7 mins to readMinister of Social Development Louise Upston asked for advice on the policy but has chosen not to make any changes to it. Photo / Corey FlemingA rule blocking parents with shared custody from receiving equal government help was designed to stop people gaming the system but ignores the responsibilities of half the affected caregivers, official documents say. One mum said it was “incredibly disappointing” to know fairer systems had been investigated but ultimately dropped in
Minister sought advice on controversial sole parent benefits but has no plans to change it
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