Joyce defends ‘more efficient' Super Ministry
After the announcement New Zealand Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) president Andrew King questioned what building and housing had in common with the Departments of Labour, Economic Develop and Science and Innovation.
"I am very shocked. It [the announcement of the merger] came out of left field. I have not got a clue what building and housing has to do with business and innovation or Labour," King said.
Steven Joyce, the Minister who will head the new super ministry, said one of the main functions of the Department of Building and Housing will be the regulation of one of the most significant industries in New Zealand - the building and construction industry.
The Ministry of Economic Development also has a strong focus on industry regulation across a range of industries including energy and resources and communications technology.
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