A new Anti-Corruption Taskforce pilot report confirms that fraud and corruption in New Zealand’s public sector are likely being significantly under-reported, with major gaps in prevention and oversight. Some agencies show strong integrity practices, the findings highlight the urgent need for stronger, system-wide reforms.
Find out MoreThe proposed Modern Slavery Bill aims to lift New Zealand’s integrity settings by introducing mandatory reporting, enhanced transparency, ministerial oversight and penalties for non-compliance. For boards and senior leaders, managing exploitation risk will become a core governance responsibility.
Find out MoreA landmark international agreement aims to curb secret and illicit political funding. This article explains why adoption of this resolution matters for New Zealand and how it could help restore public trust in our political system.
Find out MoreThe Government’s renewed commitment to establishing a beneficial ownership register marks an important, if overdue, step in strengthening New Zealand’s defences against corruption, organised crime, and financial misconduct. But is it transparent and will it include trusts?
Find out MoreNew Zealand’s CPI score has fallen by two points for the fourth consecutive year—a 10% drop overall. While New Zealand still ranks equal fourth with Norway, this continued slide reflects diminishing confidence among business experts and international assessors in the integrity of the public sector.
Find out MoreOur monitoring of the public notices of prosecutions, investigations and reports shows possible reasons for changes in New Zealand’s score in the Corruption Perceptions Index.
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