Further coloured sand product recalled
Another sand product is being recalled because initial testing has found fibres that are consistent with asbestos.
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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.
Surcharging bill passes first reading
The Retail Payment System (Ban on Merchant Surcharges) Amendment Bill has received its first reading in Parliament.
28,000 potential fires still in New Zealanders homes
MBIE is urging everyone to check any bathroom heaters they have and remove them if they are included in last year’s Serene heater recalls. This is due to a significant risk to lives and property.
More than 21,000 lifejackets recalled due to faulty mechanism
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and Maritime New Zealand are calling for New Zealanders to double check their lifejackets this summer. This is due to a fault found in an inflator mechanism which may result in jackets not inflating as expected.
Fit for purpose financial services reform
The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment consulted on proposed changes to how financial products and services are regulated in 3 key areas: consumer credit, financial services conduct and financial dispute resolution.
New Zealand consumer surveys
The Consumer Protection team conducts biennial New Zealand Consumer Surveys (NZCS) to find out what adult New Zealanders know about consumer laws and it explores how they behave when they experience problems with products and services. The surveys provide national level insights on the health of the Consumer & Commercial regulatory system, and enable changes to be monitored.