Business Statement

Next week, the Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Bill will complete its remaining stages. Third readings will be given to the Courts Matters Bill, the Tribunals Powers and Procedures Legislation Bill, and the Telecommunications (New Regulatory Framework) Amendment Bill. The Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Levy) Amendment Bill and the Copyright (Marrakesh Treaty Implementation) Amendment Bill will receive first readings, and, as notified to the Business Committee, there will be an extended sitting on Wednesday morning.

Thank you, Mr Speaker. May I ask the Leader of the House if it’s the Government’s intention to pass the Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Bill prior to the Prime Minister travelling to APEC?

As I indicated, the Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Bill will complete its remaining stages next week.