Briefings to Incoming Ministers (BIMs) are briefings received by incoming Ministers following the formation of a new
Government.
The sixth Labour Government released more than 150 documents, including BIMs for public sector agencies and Crown
Entities, as well as supporting documents. The release of BIMs in one place provides the public with a full picture of
the challenges the Government faces. picture of the challenges the Government faces. COVID-19 has made clear just how
interconnected health, economic, and social issues are in our society. This Government is committed to continuing to
keep New Zealanders safe from COVID, accelerating our economic recovery, and laying the foundations for the future by
reshaping the economy to be more productive, more sustainable, and more equitable and tackling inequality, climate
change and unaffordable housing.The documents released are in the following categories:EnvironmentPrimary IndustriesFinanceEconomyForeign AffairsHealthCommunity and GovernanceJusticeSocial servicesHousing