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More than 300 red tape issues reported in first week
Feedback from members of the public make it clear that there are plenty of examples of regulation getting in the way.
Chief Executive appointed for Ministry for Regulation
The Ministry for Regulation is pleased to advise the appointment of Gráinne Moss to the position of Chief Executive and Secretary for Regulation.
Join our Communities of Practice
We host a range of Communities of Practice for people working in regulation in New Zealand.
Achieving compliance: A guide for compliance agencies in New Zealand
17 July 2011 This document was developed by regulatory agencies to provide a shared idea of ‘what good looks like’ for design and operation of compliance systems.
Quick Guide: Communicating with regulated parties
01 September 2024 An overview of the principles for effective communication with regulated parties, and the importance of planning.
OECD survey indicates New Zealand has room to improve
We're looking forward to investigating the opportunities that the OECD's latest Product Market Regulation Indicators survey results have highlighted.
Regulatory Impact Assessment: Cannabis regulatory model
Issue Date: 12 October 2020 Author: Ministry of Justice
New Zealand’s Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code: A case study in co-regulation
01 November 2017 An exploration of the history, development, and design of a co-regulation safety code central to the maritime safety system.
Our progress continues
Since our official set-up on 1 March 2024, the Ministry for Regulation has made considerable progress in its development and operational capacity.
Regulatory Impact Statement: Financial Sector Regulatory Agencies
Issue Date: 14 September 2010 Author: Ministry of Economic Development
Responsive regulation in practice
01 July 2020 Professor van der Heijden uses a review of research and literature to discuss the key concepts behind the idea of responsive regulation.
Our Minister
Hon David Seymour is the Minister for Regulation.