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Were options of less than a one-year transition period considered by the Minister for businesses to meet internationally recognised safety standards for new corded window coverings once mandatory standards are introduced; if so, why did the Minister decide on one-year?

Answered Question 30183 (2026)
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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Were options of less than a one-year transition period considered by the Minister for businesses to meet internationally recognised safety standards for new corded window coverings once mandatory standards are introduced; if so, why did the Minister decide on one-year?

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Cameron Brewer

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

Answer

The costs to suppliers have been considered, including the time needed to ensure their goods comply with one of the mandatory standards. The one-year transition period will be subject to consultation when the exposure draft regulations are published later this year.