15
Dec
2011
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Mark Gavin
Stephanie Melbourne
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Consumer Law
New Legislation
The Natural Health Products Bill went through its first reading on 15 September which proposes to set up a new regulatory system for low-risk natural health products in New Zealand. If the Bill is passed in its current form, it will place very stringent requirements on manufacturers, importers and distributors of natural health products.
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3
Oct
2011
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Mark Gavin
Stephanie Melbourne
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Consumer Law
New Legislation
Advertising Law
The Consumer Law Reform Bill is expected to be introduced to Parliament later this year which is likely to result in a number of key changes to existing consumer law, including those found in the Fair Trading Act 1986. In particular, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs proposes to introduce a new provision surrounding the substantiation of claims which will be of particular importance.
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17
Aug
2011
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Mark Gavin
Stephanie Melbourne
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Consumer Law
Advertising Law
In a recent review of Australia and New Zealand’s food labeling laws, the Blewett Report dedicated an entire section to ‘Consumer Values Issues’. The submissions and consumer survey evidence presented to the Panel indicated that consumers felt strongly about the origins of the food they buy, how it was made and under what conditions it was produced. Country-of-origin labeling (CoOL) is currently the only “values based” claim that is addressed in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code). In light of the Report’s recommendations, this may yet re-spark the debate in New Zealand regarding CoOL.
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3
May
2011
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Mark Gavin
Stephanie Melbourne
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Consumer Law
New Legislation
Advertising Law
With any advertising campaign, one important consideration is to ensure that all forms of advertising comply with the Advertising Codes of Practice. In particular, if you are advertising food products to children then the new Children’s Code for Advertising Food will be especially relevant.
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18
Apr
2011
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Mark Gavin
Stephanie Melbourne
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Consumer Law
Advertising Law
For the large majority of companies, the possibility of having to recall a product is a nightmare scenario as it can result in damage to the company’s brand, its corporate reputation and consumer trust. However, a well planned product recall which is conducted in an efficient and transparent manner can sometimes work to the company’s advantage.
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