Analysts supportive of Labour’s Fair Go proposal but question specifics

Multimedia Business Reporter·NZ Herald·3 Oct, 2026 10:00 PM5 mins to read‌Labour's Arena Williams announced the party's Fair Go policy earlier this week. Photo / NZMELabour’s plan to strengthen consumer protections with new rules has been met with broad support from the retail sector and analysts, although questions remain over implementation and whether it will rally voters. These rules include banning “junk” car insurance such as paint insurance or mechanical breakdown cover, prohibiting retailers from