Growth and Degrowth
Andrew Riddell made this Official Information request to Christopher Luxon
The request was refused by Christopher Luxon.
From: Andrew Riddell
Dear Christopher Luxon,
Recently, in answering some questions in Parliament, you have referred to degrowth.
I am trying to understand what you think degrowth is, its meaning.
Please provide copies of all correspondence, briefings and other communications you have received since 9 October 2024 on or about the topic of 'degrowth'.
Thank you.
Ngā mihi,
Andrew Riddell
From: Christopher Luxon (MIN)
Christopher Luxon
Kia ora Andrew,
Thank you for your email received today, 9th April 2025, in which you submitted an Official Information Act request as follows:
Provide copies of all correspondence, briefings and other communications you have received since 9 October 2024 on or about the topic of 'degrowth'.
Your request is being considered in accordance with the Act, and you can expect a response by 12th May 2025 (date determined by the OIA calculator).
Ngā mihi nui
Sonya Ford
Correspondence Lead Advisor | Office of Rt Hon Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister
Minister for National Security and Intelligence
Minister Responsible for Ministerial Services
Private Bag 18041, Parliament Buildings, Wellington 6160, New Zealand
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MOIA Reply PMO OIA 372 2024 25 OIA 2024 25 0805 Riddell Parliament degrowth Andrew Rid 5003729.1.pdf
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The response included a definition of sorts of 'degrowth' and stated that the PM had not received any reports or advice on what 'degrowth' means. Hence refusal.
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