Stanford ‘furious’ at being ‘misled’ over $33m project that delivered nothing | Stuff.co.nz

The Public Service Commissioner has been called in to investigate a $33 million immigration tech project, which was never delivered. The Biometric Capability Update was launched back in 2018 and run by MBIE. But today, a Select Committee heard that it had been abandoned, that officials lied to the Minister about its scope and budget, and that it moved on anyone who questioned its viability. Rebecca Wright has more. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stuff NZ is New Zealand’s essential news source — bringing you live, lively and trustworthy journalism from every corner of Aotearoa. Stay informed with breaking news, in-depth stories, and the latest updates that matter to Kiwis. We upload daily, keeping you connected with the people, places and issues shaping New Zealand today. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Social media channels: TikTok:   / nzstuff   Instagram:   / nzstuff