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Voluntary recall of potentially asbestos impacted fire doors sold by Pacific Door Systems Limited
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has been notified that Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS) has issued a voluntary recall of potentially asbestos impacted fire doors.
Repealed 3 Waters economic regulation and consumer protection regime
This page is a historic record about the repealed Water Services Economic Efficiency and Consumer Protection Act 2023. It contains links to old and/or superseded documents for reference purposes only.
Further coloured sand product recalled
Another sand product is being recalled because initial testing has found fibres that are consistent with asbestos.
Economic regulation of water services
Local government water supply and wastewater services are subject to economic regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act 1986. This is part of the Government’s Local Water Done Well programme.
New protections to help online platforms disrupt scams
Online service providers will soon have greater legal clarity when removing suspected scam content, as part of a new legislative change aimed at reducing scam-related harm.
New Zealand Anti-Scam Alliance launched to strengthen scam prevention efforts
A new cross-sector initiative has been launched to improve New Zealand’s ability to prevent and respond to online financial scams.
Commerce Commission Chair reappointed
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) today announced the reappointment of Dr John Small as Chair of the Commerce Commission. At the same time, MBIE has also confirmed associate member Stephen Ridgeway’s renewed cross-appointment to the Commission.
2016 review of Section 99(1A) of the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act 2003
Changes were made to section 99(1A) of the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) in 2019, following a review of this provision. The changes are found in sections 95A and 95B of the CCCFA, which expressly enable a court (on application by the lender) to vary or remove the effect of section 99(1A).
Surcharging bill passes first reading
The Retail Payment System (Ban on Merchant Surcharges) Amendment Bill has received its first reading in Parliament.