Editorial: Public servants must show us why politicians and the public can trust them

PremiumEditorialEditorialNZ Herald17 Jun, 2026 05:00 PM3 mins to readMBIE is our biggest ministry and at centre of a scandal involving allegations of misleading a minister. Photo / Mark MitchellMBIE is our biggest ministry and at centre of a scandal involving allegations of misleading a minister. Photo / Mark MitchellTrust and confidence in our public service is vital. It is critical for the health of our democracy.Whatever shade of government occupies the top floors of the Beehive must have trust that their policies will be enacted by a competent and apolitical public service.

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