An OIA HNZ00023978 dated 2 August 2023 asked the following question:
“According to the legislation at the time in 2021, there were operational exemptions available for those who were not getting vaccinated against Covid 19. Your website outlines the process of applying for an operating exemption under clause 12a. How many requests were received? How many were approved by the ministry?”
Matt Hannant, Interim Director, Prevention, National Public Health Service, Te Whatu Ora replied:
