Kia ora John Luke,

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Kia ora John
 
Please find attached a response to and notice of transfer for your
request.
 
Ngâ mihi

Ministerial Services Team 

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From: john luke <[FOI #31791 email]>
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2025 7:28 AM
To: OIA <[MFE request email]>
Subject: Official Information request - Fale Andrew Lesâ- Stuff
investigation reveals flawed CV
 
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Dear Ministry for the Environment,

I noted,

[3]https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlo...

In light of recent news,
[4]https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlo...

Can you please confirm when does he resign. I request to view his
resignation letter.

Also,  I would like requesting all documents and information you hold
pertaining to the appointment of Fale Andrew Lesâ to the RMA commissioner.
Can you explain how he get appoint and are there any reference check been
done?

Yours faithfully,

john luke

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Kia ora John,

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