Ministry for Regulation
Better regulation – better outcomes
News
See the latest news and updates from the Ministry.
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10 March 2026
It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you do it - why regulatory practice matters
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17 December 2025
Ministry for Regulation news – December 2025
Read the latest news and updates from the Ministry.View more
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15 December 2025
Why more cones make for less safe roads
By aligning incentives and simplifying guidance we can shift from a culture of compliance to one of common sense.View more
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Engaging with us on regulatory initiatives
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About regulation
Governments have a finite set of tools they can use to influence outcomes. One of these tools is creating, implementing, and amending regulation.