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NZ Banks Gain Freedom to Share Fraud Data, Cutting Red Tape and Boosting Security

2 hours ago | 39 views

Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has introduced a ministerial exemption to the AML/CFT Act 2009, allowing banks to share anti-money laundering information to better prevent fraud and scams. This reduction in red tape enables banks to act faster and collaborate more effectively to freeze scam transfers before funds are lost overseas. The government aims to create more agile regulatory settings by freeing businesses from excessive compliance burdens while targeting actual financial criminals through wider AML/CFT reforms.

Tags: Nicole McKee Associate Justice Minister New Zealand fraud prevention scams banks regulatory reform financial crime

Government Strengthens Trespass Laws to Safeguard Businesses: Proposed Changes and Impact Explained

4 months ago | 932 views

The Government is strengthening trespass laws to make them more effective and practical for businesses, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee say. “We know our trespass laws are no longer fit for purpose. They’re difficult to enforce and often criminals take no notice.

Tags: Government trespass laws businesses Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee law and order community properties offenders Retail MAG

Government Implements Stronger Penalties for Shoplifters to Restore Justice and Public Confidence

4 months ago | 773 views

The Government is making it easier for police to punish shoplifters and is introducing stronger penalties for low-level theft, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee say. “Public confidence in our justice system is undermined if people can steal with apparent impunity. It’s disheartening, and our government will not sit by while shoplifters rob businesses of their livelihoods,” Mr Goldsmith says.

Tags: Government Police Shoplifting Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee