Hon GRANT ROBERTSON: Activity in the services sector picked up in May. The seasonally adjusted BNZ - Business New Zealand Performance of Services Index for May was released yesterday and rose three points to 55.2, its highest level since June 2021, and above the long-term average. Both new orders at 62 and sales at 59.6 jumped, while employment declined slightly and deliveries recovered from earlier lows. The BNZ's economist said the data was supportive of their view that there will be a solid bounce in GDP in the June quarter. Nevertheless, we do know that 2022 is continuing to be a tough year for households and businesses. We will continue to support those that have been affected the most, and the easing of restrictions and opening up to skilled workers and tourists will help business and the economy rebuild.