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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23 December 2024
Regulation wrap for 2024
2024 has been a big one for the new Ministry for Regulation.View more
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18 December 2024
Ministry delivers on first major regulatory review report
The Ministry for Regulation has delivered the first of its regulatory review reports to the Minister for Regulation.View more
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16 December 2024
Working across government to improve the regulation making process
We are making changes that aim to create a more efficient, transparent, and effective regulatory environment.View more
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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.
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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.