Newstalk ZB: Dr Oliver Hartwich on reforming how public sector chief executives are chosen
Dr Oliver Hartwich
8 April, 2026
Dr Oliver Hartwich was featured on the news segment of Newstalk ZB discussing The New Zealand Initiative's push for legislation allowing ministers to help choose public sector chief executives.
Dr Hartwich says New Zealand should look to Germany's system, which gives ministers a say in appointments while including safeguards such as whistleblower protections and a duty to object to unlawful instructions. Listen below.