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NZ Worker Protection Act changes - new requirements for employers
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Emily Rust
Changes to the Worker Protection Act 2023 came into effect on 6 January 2024, strengthening protections against exploitation for immigrant workers.
In New Zealand, industries such as agriculture, hospitality and tourism, construction, healthcare and social work, IT, manufacturing, and education, have higher proportions of immigrant workers.
The Act protects the conditions of every employee in New Zealand.
Recent changes require employers to immediately (or within 10 working days) supply required records for inspection. Failure to supply the required records within the timeframe is an infringement offence.
The Act allows people convicted of migrant explo
Changes to the Worker Protection Act 2023 came into effect on 6 January 2024, strengthening protections against exploitation for immigrant workers.
In New Zealand, industries such as agriculture, hospitality and tourism, construction, healthcare and social work, IT, manufacturing, and education, have higher proportions of immigrant workers.
The Act protects the conditions of every employee in Ne...