The role has been vacant since Dame Juliet Gerrard stepped down in June last year.
The appointment of a new Chief Science Advisor for the New Zealand government is currently uncertain, as the position has been vacant since Sir Peter Gluckman stepped down in 2018. The role, which was established to provide independent scientific advice to the prime minister and cabinet, has been under review by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) since 2021. The review aims to assess the effectiveness of the position and consider potential changes to its structure and function. While the review is ongoing, the government has not committed to a timeline for appointing a new Chief Science Advisor, leaving the scientific community and the public in anticipation of a decision that could impact the integration of science in policy-making.
Science & Technology
Mon, April 21, 2025
