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What regulatory system governance is and why it’s important: Guidance in a nutshell

27 July 2021 A 'what good looks like' description of the functions of regulatory system governance and the kinds of tools and roles associated to these functions.

Regulatory review into the hairdressing and barbering industry announced

The Ministry’s next regulatory review will be of hairdressing and barbering industry regulations.

Disclosure statements for government legislation: Technical guide for departments

01 June 2013 This guidance document sets out the disclosure requirements in detail, and provides further advice on interpreting and responding to each matter for which a disclosure is required.

Publications and resources

We publish our corporate publications, reports, information releases and regulatory resources in our online libraries. We also publish the Regulatory Impact Statements created by government agencies to help keep the regulatory process transparent.

Regulatory System Capability

We help regulatory leaders and practitioners across New Zealand build their capability.

Our people

The Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at the Ministry for Regulation hold a diverse range of skills, knowledge and extensive experience. They play a crucial role in guiding the Ministry as we shape the future of New Zealand’s regulatory landscape.

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.

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.

Hairdressing and barbering industry regulatory review

The review will look at whether current rules are fit-for-purpose for the hairdressing and barbering industry.

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We host a range of Communities of Practice for people working in regulation in New Zealand.