37140 (2026). Arena Williams to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Written Question

Published date: 01 Sep 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	37140 (2026)
Question asked:	18 Aug 2026
Member asking:	Arena Williams
Portfolio:	Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Minister replying:	Cameron Brewer
Answer received:	26 Aug 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_37140_2026
Document guid:	f977606c-8478-4416-88bd-63b8cca61caa

37140 (2026). Arena Williams to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: Is New Zealand consumer law fit for purpose in 2026 to ensure redress for product safety failure; if not, what changes are required?

Cameron Brewer: New Zealand has a well-established consumer protection framework.