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We want rules and regulations to enable New Zealanders to do more – to lead to a more productive use of people’s time, and better outcomes for all.

Regulation Minister David Seymour has announced a comprehensive review of the outdated and burdensome regulations surrounding industrial hemp.

Regulation Minister David Seymour has confirmed the first regulatory sector review will be into early childhood education.

Read the latest news and updates from the Ministry.

We are excited to welcome Kevin Counsell as our new chief economist.

Read the latest news and updates from the Ministry.

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

01 November 2017 A case study on MBIE’s regulation of space activities, exploring risk management and innovation in fast-evolving technology markets.

We have published six Quick Guides aimed at those who are new to regulatory work.

We asked our interns to reflect on their experiences. Here are some of their perspectives.

We are excited to welcome five talented interns to the Ministry for Regulation for the summer.

We are making changes that aim to create a more efficient, transparent, and effective regulatory environment.