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  1. The Government of New Zealand faced criticism regarding overreach concerning proposed legislation, a situation involving the New Zealand Bar Association.
  2. Advocates are pushing back against the government's proposed legislation concerning its use of retrospective law, specifically regarding emissions.

New Zealand Passes Bill Limiting Liability for Greenhouse Gas Emissions

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Jul 30
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What happened

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A bill preventing courts from finding certain types of liability for greenhouse gas emissions passed its final reading. The government stated that this legislation was passed in response to the legal case brought by Mike Smith against major emitters, including Fonterra.

From scoop.co.nz, greenpeace.org

Why it matters

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The government argued the bill was necessary to address uncertainty in business confidence and investment. Legal experts cautioned that this direct interference in court proceedings could affect New Zealand’s record for investment stability and rule of law.

Advocates are pushing back against the government's proposed legislation concerning its use of retrospective law regarding emissions.

From scoop.co.nz

Who's involved

  • New Zealand ParliamentThe legislature that passed the bill limiting liability for emissions.
  • FonterraA major greenhouse gas emitter and defendant in the climate litigation case.
  • governmentThe governing body that introduced and passed the legislation.
  • Mike SmithThe individual who initiated the legal case against major emitters.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • LactalisSpeculative

    Lactalis could see reduced legal risk exposure related to its controlling stake in Fonterra.

How it developed

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  1. Russel Norman critiques Fonterra for its political influence, noting how the company's power affects New Zealand policy.Sub-event
  2. A discussion took place in Parliament regarding a government bill, where corporate bosses were identified as the 'banality of evil'.Sub-event
  3. Parliament created Fonterra as a dairy co-operative, while Lactalis's market position was noted as a turning point.Sub-event
  4. A company, FiT, is contributing to a bill aimed at strengthening New Zealand's democratic resilience through the parliamentary process.Sub-event
  5. Advocacy groups, including Greenpeace Aotearoa, are pushing for electoral finance law reforms and the establishment of a Citizens' Assembly in New Zealand.Sub-event
  6. Corporate power is influencing the legislative outcomes of the NZ Parliament.1 source

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