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Cabinet's impact analysis requirements at a glance

01 June 2020 This process chart gives a high level view of Cabinet's impact analysis requirements.

Big response to first regulatory review

We have received an overwhelming response in our call for feedback on our first regulatory review.

Report a red tape issue

As part of our work to improve regulatory quality, people and organisations can report regulatory issues, or opportunities for regulatory improvement, directly to us through our website tipline.

Consultation on proposed Regulatory Standards Bill begins

Good regulation can help governments to achieve their desired economic, environmental and social outcomes and protect communities from harm.

Regulation wrap for 2024

2024 has been a big one for the new Ministry for Regulation.

Clarifying ECE licensing misconception to make things easier

We initiated our first regulatory review into early childhood education (ECE) in June this year.

Regulatory stewardship

We provide system leadership, set standards for good regulatory practice, and support agencies with their regulatory stewardship responsibilities.

The Ministry for Regulation is a small government agency with a big job to do. We’re responsible for helping other government agencies make their rules and regulations easier for New Zealanders to understand and navigate.

Ministry for Regulation news – May 2025

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Ministry for Regulation news March 2025

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Ministry for Regulation news November 2024

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Guidance note: Discussion documents and the Regulatory Impact Analysis requirements

20 December 2024 This guidance sets out process requirements for agencies where a discussion document functions as interim Regulatory Impact Analysis.