Broadening Sanctions and other Traffic Light Systems

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) supports clients to build independence for themselves and their whānau. Our government’s target is to reduce the number of Jobseeker Support clients by 50,000 by 2030. The traffic light system was launched in August 2024. It’s to help clients with work, work preparation and social obligations stay on track with some of their obligations. Most of our clients are doing the right thing and meeting their obligations. This means they’re at green in the traffic light system. These changes are subject to the Social Security Amendment Bill being passed. All changes are proposed to be introduced on 26 May 2025. You’re invited to attend a webinar on Wednesday 30 April at 11am to discuss these and other changes. We’ll be happy to answer any questions. Please RSVP by Friday 18 April 2025 to Francis Savaiinaea - Francis.Savaiinaea004@msd.govt.nz