Water levy design confirmed
The Government has confirmed the design of a levy that will recover the costs of a new economic regulation regime for water services.
The Government has confirmed the design of a levy that will recover the costs of a new economic regulation regime for 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.
In September 2024, Cabinet agreed to undertake a targeted review of the competition provisions in the Commerce Act.
Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch international airports are subject to information disclosure regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act 1986. This means the Commerce Commission reviews the pricing decisions of these airports to promote greater understanding of their performance.
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.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has confirmed the reappointment of Tristan Gilbertson as Telecommunications Commissioner and Member of the Commerce Commission.
MBIE is seeking feedback on new draft standards that will support the implementation of regulated open banking in New Zealand.
Competitive and dynamic markets are critical to economic productivity and the welfare of New Zealanders.
The Retail Payment System (Ban on Merchant Surcharges) Amendment Bill has received its first reading in Parliament.
The Government has announced a package of reforms to enhance New Zealand’s competition settings, as set out in the Commerce Act.
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