Productivity Commission Inquiry

Read the Government's interim response to the Productivity Commission's report: Immigration – Fit for the future and the next steps MBIE is leading to provide advice to Cabinet on a final response to the report due in mid-2023.

The report

The Productivity Commission has completed its inquiry into what immigration policy settings would best facilitate New Zealand’s long-term economic growth and promote the wellbeing of New Zealanders. The final report makes 32 findings and 24 recommendations to Government.

Read the report: Immigration – Fit for the future(external link)  — Immigration.govt.nz

Interim response

The Government has released its interim response to the Productivity Commission’s Report, Immigration – Fit for the Future.

Interim response to the Productivity Commission’s report – Immigration - fit for the future

Detailed response

The Government's detailed responses to the Productivity Commission's 24 recommendations.

Detailed response to the Productivity Commission’s report – Immigration - fit for the future