30279 (2026). Arena Williams to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

30279 (2026). Arena Williams to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: Does the Minister agree with the statement in the Cabinet Paper, released on 1 July 2026, that "A series of tragic incidents over recent years, including multiple child deaths, demonstrates that non-regulatory interventions have not been sufficient to reduce harm. The absence of mandatory safety standards means New Zealand children remain exposed to risks that have been addressed offshore through regulation"; if so, why did the Government take until June 2026 to introduce mandatory safety standards?

Cameron Brewer: Yes. I was appointed Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs on 7 April 2026.