Ministry for Regulation
We help government agencies make their rules and regulations easier for New Zealanders to navigate.
News
See the latest news and updates from the Ministry.
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17 January 2025
Hairdressers and barbers review open for feedback
The Ministry for Regulation’s review into the hairdressing and barbering industry has opened for feedback on the Ministry’s engagement hub.View more -
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14 January 2025
Submissions on proposed contents of the Regulatory Standards Bill now closed
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Hairdressing and barbering industry regulatory review
This review will look at whether the current rules are suited to an industry of mostly small businesses, while ensuring public health is protected. -
Engaging with us on regulatory initiatives
All government agencies must engage with the Ministry before proposing a regulatory change to Cabinet.
Report red tape issues
As part of our work to improve regulation, people and organisations can now report red tape issues, or opportunities for regulatory improvement, directly to us through our engagement hub.
Building regulatory capability
We help regulators become more capable practitioners, and better stewards of the regulatory systems they design, operate and govern.
About regulation
Governments have a finite set of tools they can use to influence outcomes. One of these tools is creating, implementing, and amending regulation.