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Does the Minister believe that industry needs regulation to protect consumers from market failure; if yes, which industries need priority in 2026 in New Zealand?

Answered Question 12875 (2026)
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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

Question

  • Does the Minister believe that industry needs regulation to protect consumers from market failure; if yes, which industries need priority in 2026 in New Zealand?

Answered by

Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Answer

Regulation plays an important role in supporting well-functioning markets for the benefit of consumers and business alike. I will be considering work in several areas.