With innovations like digital wallets and payment apps rapidly transforming the New Zealand payments market, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is asking if the rules for payment services are still fit for purpose.
The status quo is premised on the existence of the general duties on businesses and workers under the HSW Act.
The Minister of Energy and Resources commissioned an independent panel of experts to lead the review. Panel members were appointed by the Minister in April 2018.
A law change is on the way for contractors working in New Zealand’s screen industry. The changes, proposed by industry and supported by Government, will see contractors allowed to bargain collectively.
MBIE’s database of extreme weather research to support response and recovery activities.
The Government has agreed to change the building and construction sector’s liability settings from joint and several liability to proportionate liability and is making it easier for Building Consent Authorities (BCA) to voluntarily consolidate their functions.
The NZ Relay range of services is provided by the Crown for people with communications disabilities. MBIE funds NZ Relay to provide equal work and lifestyle opportunities for those with speech
Australia is one of our most important economic partners. New Zealand and Australia have made good progress to remove trade barriers.
Education and training are essential to provide employees starting their career, or who are already working in tourism and hospitality, with the relevant skills and knowledge to succeed.
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