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Government considers retirement income policy review recommendations 29 January 2020

The Government is considering the recommendations of the Retirement Commissioner’s review into New Zealand’s retirement income policies, which was released on 29 January 2020.

Employment regulation Employment and skills
Minimum wage to rise to $18.90 per hour 18 December 2019

The Government has today confirmed that the adult minimum wage will increase from $17.70 to $18.90 on 1 April 2020.

Employment regulation
New Zealand has ratified the ILO’s Protocol on Forced Labour 12 December 2019

The Government has announced that New Zealand has ratified the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Protocol on Forced Labour.

Employment regulation Employment and skills
Consulting on options to improve contractors’ rights 26 November 2019

The Government is seeking feedback on possible options to address the vulnerability some contractors face in the workplace.

Employment regulation Labour market and skills Regulatory systems Workplace relations Business
Two consultations open: Fair Pay Agreements, and reducing migrant exploitation 17 October 2019

Two consultations have opened today on potential changes to New Zealand’s employment and immigration systems.

Health and safety Immigration Employment regulation Workplace relations Employment and skills

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