News and releases

A new discussion paper aimed at improving health and safety regulations for working with and around plant, structures, excavations and heights was launched today.

A new law, passed by Parliament today, expands the ability of workers in triangular employment situations to raise personal grievance claims.

Law changes have been announced for contractors working in New Zealand’s screen sector. The changes, proposed by industry and largely supported by Government, will see contractors allowed to bargain collectively.

The number of online job advertisements fell slightly by 0.1 per cent in the month of April 2019, but rose by 0.8 per cent over the year, according to the latest Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Jobs Online monthly data release.

The Select Committee has issued its report on the Equal Pay Amendment Bill, detailing changes to ensure the pay equity framework in the Bill is workable for all parties.

Jobs Online figures released today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment show the number of job advertisements rose by 1.2 per cent in the March 2019 quarter.

The Accident Compensation Amendment Bill passed in Parliament.

The Forced Labour Protocol 2014 is an international, legally-binding document that provides guidance on how to eliminate all forms of forced labour, punish offenders and protect victims, including ensuring they have access to remedies such as compensation.

The Government is considering replacing the Minimum Wage Exemption scheme.

Job advertisements rise by 2.0 per cent in the December 2018 quarter.