Paul Goldsmith rejects 10% increase to public service contractor and consultant spending cap

Political Reporter·Newstalk ZB·18 Sep, 2026 07:59 AM4 mins to read‌Public Service Minister Paul Goldsmith (left) said agencies have been advised the spending cap on contractors and consultants is remaining the same. Photo / NZMEA crackdown on contractor and consultant spend by the Government will continue as public sector bosses are warned about the ongoing need for “fiscal and workforce restraint”.Public Service Minister Paul Goldsmith considered official advice in May about increasing contractor and consultant spending across Government agencies but decided against it.