New Zealand lawyers warn antitrust agency overhaul could broaden regulator's powers
By Saloni Sinha ( July 13, 2026, 07:30 GMT | Insight) -- A bill to overhaul New Zealand's antitrust agency would give the regulator powers that are too broad and lack sufficient safeguards, the country’s lawyers have warned. The proposed functions include issuing warnings and commenting on "any matter" relating to competition and consumer interests. In a submission to the parliamentary committee considering the Commerce (Commerce Commission Reform) Amendment Bill, the New Zealand Law Society said the legislation expressly lists the regulator's functions, including issuing warnings.A bill to overhaul New Zealand's antitrust agency would give the regulator powers that are too broad and lack sufficient safeguards, the country’s lawyers have warned. The proposed functions include issuing warnings and commenting on "any matter" relating to competition and consumer interests....
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