11. DAVID BENNETT (National—Hamilton East) Link to this
to the Minister of Labour
Why is the Government undertaking a review of safety in the adventure tourism sector?
Hon KATE WILKINSON (Minister of Labour) Link to this
Recently there have been a number of concerning cases in the adventure tourism sector. Tourism is critically important to New Zealand and we must do all we can to ensure visitor safety. Tourists and New Zealanders expect that high standards will be in place from adventure operators, and it is timely to take a broader look at how well the industry is meeting its safety obligations and at what it could do better.
Hon KATE WILKINSON Link to this
Many firms in the sector already have comprehensive safety systems, and I want to make sure that we learn from their experience by consulting the industry. The Department of Labour will also be seeking input from the Civil Aviation Authority, Maritime New Zealand, the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Tourism, local authorities, and other groups that may be relevant.