Promoting Competition paper released
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Promoting Competition paper released The Government has today outlined new measures to promote a more competitive economy, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean says. “Competition is one of the key drivers of economic success which is why the Government is focused on creating a […]
Read More →Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill passes
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill passes Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean today welcomed the passing of a bill that will benefit businesses and consumers by providing greater certainty for firms to collaborate and compete. The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment […]
Read More →Government launches review of the Copyright Act 1994
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Government launches review of the Copyright Act 1994 Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean has today released the terms of reference for a review of the Copyright Act 1994. “Copyright affects how people create, distribute and access information,” Ms Dean says. “It is important […]
Read More →New meth contamination and testing standard
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: New meth contamination and testing standard New Zealanders will be able to better manage the risks of methamphetamine in residential properties following the release of a new standard, Building and Construction Minister Dr Nick Smith and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean say. “The […]
Read More →Changes to Commerce Act will enhance competition
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Changes to Commerce Act will enhance competition Proposed changes to the Commerce Act will promote better competition in New Zealand, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean says. Following a review of the Act, the Government is recommending that the Commerce Commission be allowed to […]
Read More →New Zealand to join Marrakesh Treaty
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: New Zealand to join Marrakesh Treaty The Government will join an international treaty to improve access to written materials for blind and visually impaired New Zealanders, Disability Issues Minister Nicky Wagner and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean say. The Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate […]
Read More →Group appointed to develop new code of conduct for financial advice
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Group appointed to develop new code of conduct for financial advice Nine people have been appointed to a working group to develop the new code of conduct for financial advice, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean announced today. “The new code of conduct will […]
Read More →New campaign to educate on Consumer Guarantees Act
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: New campaign to educate on Consumer Guarantees Act A new information programme has been launched to educate New Zealand businesses and consumers about their rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean says. “The highest volume of calls received by […]
Read More →Financial Markets Authority appointment
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Financial Markets Authority appointment Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean has today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Longworth to the Financial Markets Authority. “I am pleased to confirm Ms Longworth’s appointment to the FMA for a term of three years,” Ms Dean says. “Ms […]
Read More →Lower cost option for sending annual reports
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Lower cost option for sending annual reports Listed companies and other financial markets businesses will now have alternative options for sending annual reports, saving them money and time, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean. “Cabinet has agreed to changes to the Financial Markets […]
Read More →Government response to review of retirement income policies
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Government response to review of retirement income policies The Government has today released its response to the Retirement Commissioner’s review on retirement income policies, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean says. “Earlier this year the Government announced key changes to superannuation settings which are […]
Read More →Update to lending code focuses on credit contract fees
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Update to lending code focuses on credit contract fees Today Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean issued updates to the fees section of the Responsible Lending Code. “The Code gives lenders guidance on how to implement the new obligations set out in the Credit […]
Read More →Reappointment to Financial Advisers Disciplinary Committee
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Reappointment to Financial Advisers Disciplinary Committee Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean today announced the reappointment of Tracey Berry as a member of the Financial Advisers Disciplinary Committee for a term of five years. “Ms Berry was appointed to the disciplinary committee in December […]
Read More →$10.2m to improve financial capability of young New Zealanders
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: $10.2m to improve financial capability of young New Zealanders Budget 2017 is investing $10.2 million of operating funding over the next four years for initiatives to improve the financial capability of young New Zealanders, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean says. “This additional funding […]
Read More →Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties Bill passes final reading
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties Bill passes final reading A bill that introduces a new public interest test into the anti-dumping regime has passed its final reading, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean announced today. “The public interest test will weigh up the benefits of […]
Read More →Consultation begins on corporate insolvency law
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Consultation begins on corporate insolvency law Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean today released the second and final part of the insolvency law review by the Insolvency Working Group. “The Insolvency Working Group was established in November 2015 to examine aspects of corporate insolvency […]
Read More →IPONZ world number one for online capabilities
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: IPONZ world number one for online capabilities The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has been ranked number one in the world for its online capabilities by the World Trademark Review says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean. “We are focused as a […]
Read More →Revving your knowhow to avoid buying a lemon
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Revving your knowhow to avoid buying a lemon Knowing how to avoid common consumer pitfalls when buying a vehicle has been made simpler, with Consumer Protection’s new motor vehicle information programme launching today, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean. “Buying a motor vehicle […]
Read More →Trans-Tasman patent attorney regulatory regime in effect
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Trans-Tasman patent attorney regulatory regime in effect The trans-Tasman patent attorney regime, a system for joint regulation of patent attorneys in Australia and New Zealand, is now in effect, helping to create a seamless trans-Tasman business environment. Reforms as part of the Single Economic Market […]
Read More →Release of Draft Bill for new financial advice legislation
MIL OSI – Source: New Zealand Government – Release/Statement Headline: Release of Draft Bill for new financial advice legislation Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Jacqui Dean has released an exposure draft of the Bill that will amend the regulation of financial advice in New Zealand. “The current regulation of financial advice is seen to be […]
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