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Jail threat for KiwiSaver providers who mislead

10 April 2008

KiwiSaver providers who mislead investors over their commitment to responsible investment could face fines of up to $300,000 or five years in prison.

Guidance Note on Responsible Investment Disclosure

26 March 2008

For a copy of the Securities Commission's Guidance Note on Responsible Investment by KiwiSaver Scheme Providers which was published on Thursday, 20 March 2006, click here.

Putting spotlight on financial advisers

20 February 2008

The Securities Commission will move fast to ensure strict new disclosure rules - making financial advisers' economic incentives transparent to their clients - are being followed.

Advisers Beware

20 February 2008

Financial advisers face a tough year, says ING head of sales and marketing Wayne Becker – and he predicts the government may fast-track some of its planned new regulations in response to public pressure.

Adviser regulation a step closer

20 February 2008

 Financial Advisors will be held to higher standards of competency, accountability and disclosure under the Financial Advisors Bill sent to the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee yesterday, Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel says.

The new KiwiSaver Legislation

3 January 2008

 Special report from the Policy Advice Division of Inland Revenue.