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Does the Minister agree with the principle that consumers should pay the price they see on the shelf?

Answered Question 12981 (2026)
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Asked by

Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

Question

  • Does the Minister agree with the principle that consumers should pay the price they see on the shelf?

Answered by

Cameron Brewer

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

Answer

Consumers should be able to make informed choices at the point of purchase. I expect pricing practices to be clear, transparent, and consistent with existing consumer law.