Summarised by Centrist
Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced that New Zealand’s Arms Act, in place for over 40 years, will be rewritten by 2026 to modernise and simplify gun laws. The reforms aim to provide greater public safety and reflect best regulatory practices, addressing the piecemeal and rushed amendments of the past.
The government plans to consult with New Zealanders throughout the process and intends to transfer the Firearms Safety Authority from police to another government department.
