Minister for Sexual Violence Services Paula Bennett says she accepts that more funding for the sector is needed.
Paula Bennett Photo: RNZ
Latest crime statistics show reported sexual assaults nationwide are up almost 12 percent, but police believe that is likely due to an increase in reporting.
A parliamentary inquiry into the funding of specialist sexual assault services has received nearly 1000 written submissions.
Paula Bennett says the Government puts about $63 million a year into providing services for victims and perpetrators of sexual abuse, including through the Accident Compensation Corporation.
Mrs Bennett acknowledges there are gaps. However, she said the Government is in a budget process and is not in a position to go into further details.
