Overview of this research workstream
Tracking how individuals move between the public and private sectors, particularly into lobbying and advocacy roles, using the “Web of Influence” database.
Purpose and activity
Very little attention has been put into the “revolving door” in New Zealand, in which individuals shift between influential public and private sector roles. Utilising our “Web of Influence” database, we will produce reports on the different types of “revolving door” scenarios in New Zealand, including politicians, media, and officials going into lobbying and other private sector roles of influence.
Scheduled investigations:
- Investigating where members of the Ardern-Hipkins Government are now
- Party staffers to lobbying
- Journalists and broadcasters going into lobbying
- Lobbyists and business in media commentary
The Lead Researcher on Public Sector Investigations is Bryce Edwards.
