The Productivity Commission was asked to develop guidance on how to improve the design of new regulatory regimes and make system-wide recommendations to improve the operation of existing regimes in New Zealand. The aim of the inquiry is to improve the performance of our regulatory system, leading to more effective regulation.
Purpose
1. The purpose of this inquiry is to develop recommendations on how to improve the design of new regulatory regimes and make system-wide improvements to the operation of existing regulatory regimes in New Zealand. The inquiry is not a review of individual regulators, specific regulations or the objectives of regimes.
2. The aim is to improve the design and operation of regulatory regimes over time and ultimately improve regulatory outcomes.