Health committees and boards
Statutory committees and boards play an important role in New Zealand’s health system. Get information about what they do, and find out how we help the Minister make appointments.
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Health Workforce and System Efficiencies Committee
The Health Workforce and System Efficiencies Committee provides advice to the Minister of Health on health workforce matters.
More eastMoreHauora Māori Advisory Committee
The Hauora Māori Advisory Committee has an important role in strengthening the Tiriti–based relationship between the Crown and Māori in the health system.
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The Public Health Advisory Committee (PHAC) gives independent expert advice on public health issues in Aotearoa New Zealand.
More eastMoreMental Health Review Tribunal
The Mental Health Review Tribunal is an independent body appointed by the Minister of Health under the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act.
More eastMoreEthics committees
Ethics committees provide independent ethical oversight of health and disability services and research in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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About the committees that advise the Minister of Health on health matters or have a role in legislation.
More eastMoreBoard appointments
How to apply to serve on a committee, board or authority the Ministry of Health helps the Minister of Health appoint members to.
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