Hospitality New Zealand Urges Passing Of Restricted Trading Days Bill

Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) is calling on members of parliament across the house to vote in favour of Hon Kieran McAnulty’s member’s bill proposing to remove trading restrictions over Easter weekend, Christmas and ANZAC Day.

The Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Sales on Anzac Day Morning, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Christmas Day) Amendment Bill looks to clarify trading and service restrictions across the four restricted trading days in the calendar year, and is expected to have its second reading today.

Hospitality NZ Chief Executive Kristy Phillips says: “Hospitality NZ has long said the restricted trading day rules as they stand are not fit for purpose.

“We hear regularly from hospitality businesses, members of the public and international visitors that these trading restrictions, particularly across Easter weekend, are a point of frustration and confusion.

“As a result of the Select Committee process, the Justice Select Committee has agreed these rules need to be updated and has recommended the Bill passes.

“We are now urging MPs across the house to support the Bill as it progresses through Parliament, and hope to see this dated piece of legislation updated and improved.”

About Hospitality NZ:

Hospitality NZ supports thousands of hospitality and accommodation businesses of all sizes across the motu, to deliver the world-famous manaakitanga (hospitality) which New Zealand is renowned for.

We provide the hospitality sector with the tools, resources, partnerships and knowledge to maximise their success and add value to their businesses.

We also advocate for what our members need to succeed, making sure decision makers are focused on addressing their most pressing issues to create a positive business environment for hospitality.

To find out more visit hospitality.org.nz.

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