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Is the Minister aware that other countries have implemented mandatory safety standards for window coverings with cords aimed at preventing child strangulation, and if so, what specific reasons, if any, prevent New Zealand from adopting similar mandatory regulations?

Answered Question 12958 (2026)
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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Is the Minister aware that other countries have implemented mandatory safety standards for window coverings with cords aimed at preventing child strangulation, and if so, what specific reasons, if any, prevent New Zealand from adopting similar mandatory regulations?

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Cameron Brewer

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

Answer

Yes. I am currently considering advice from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment on the response to the safety of corded window coverings.