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Restaurant Association meets with the Minister of Immigration to discuss key issues and concerns

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Restaurant Association’s Chief Executive Marisa Bidois met with the Minister of Immigration Iain Lees-Galloway last week. This was a first step in working closer with Government this year to ensure the concerns of those in the hospitality industry are voiced as the country enters a period of change.

We’ve listened to our members, as well as others in the hospitality industry and compiled a list of key concerns that are currently high priority to our industry.

 

“Proposed policy settings regarding immigration and employment are a major concern for the future of small businesses in New Zealand.”

 


In the first of ongoing discussions, the main points of focus were:

Improved recognition from Government for the significant impact that hospitality has on New Zealand’s economy and the integral part that it plays in tourism. The Association is calling on Government to invest in initiatives that are specifically targeted to support the growth and recognition of this industry on a global platform.

Redefining hospitality as a career pathway of choice to New Zealanders. The Association is working hard to inspire and spark a renewed interest in hospitality to younger generations as a viable career choice. We have proposed and opened up the opportunity for Government to collaborate and support us on these initiatives.

Raised concern from hospitality business owners over changes to the 90-day trial period. The ban of 90-day trial periods for any business with more than 19 employees was part of the agreed overhaul of legislative changes to employment laws when the coalition government was put in place.

 


The below document outlines our key points of focus to address with Government in the coming year of change. Click the below to review the list of concerns, areas of focus, challenges,  and proposed initiatives to raise the profile and status of our industry.

Restaurant Association brochure for Government 2018

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