The Restaurant Association and Hospitality New Zealand the welcome the Government’s announcement that the hospitality industry will be the focus of the next Ministry of Regulation industry review.
Minister of Regulation, Hon David Seymour, and Minister of Tourism and Hospitality, Hon Louise Upston announced the review – which focuses on regulations that apply to restaurants, bars, cafes, food stalls at markets, food trucks, catering businesses and hotels – this morning.
Hospitality NZ Interim Chief Executive, Nick Keene, says, “We’re pleased to see recognition of the significant regulatory and compliance pressures on the hospitality sector, as well as the complicated nature of the legislation that governs how we operate.
“We know that across our respective memberships, the rules and regulations operators face place a strain on investment and employment decisions, and the ability to grow the sector as a whole.”
Similiarly, Restaurant Association Chief Executive, Marisa Bidois, says, “We’ve been jointly asking for this regulatory review since the 2024 Hospitality Summit, and it’s pleasing to see the government has heard our voice.”
“We have a unique opportunity to support a comprehensive look at the red tape holding our industry back, and expect a strong set of recommendations that will support hospitality’s growth into the future.”
Moving forward, the Restaurant Association and Hospitality NZ are looking forward to working with Ministers and the Ministry of Regulation team to support the review.
ENDS
For more information:
Sam MacKinnon Jesse Thompson
Hospitality New Zealand Restaurant Association
E: media@hospitality.org.nz E: jesse@awhigroup.nz
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