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Remuneration
The daily fee for a member of the Board is $360. This fee reflects an element of public
service and the intangible benefits to the individual and their industry. Members are entitled
to be reimbursed for actual and reasonable expenses incurred in undertaking the functions
and duties of the Board.
Meetings
The Board is expected to meet every month for one day, excluding January. Each meeting
usually involves one day of preparation time for members. Additional meetings may also be
held outside these monthly meetings if Board work matters require it.
Disclosure of interests
A member who is personally interested (defined in section 4(2) of the Act) in a matter
relating to the Board must disclose details of the nature and extent of the interest to the
Chair of the Board and in an interests register kept by the Board. A member who is
personally interested in a matter relating to the Board must not vote or take part in any
discussion or decision of the Board relating to the matter. The member must also be
disregarded for the purpose of forming a quorum for that part of the meeting of the Board or
committee during which a discussion or decision relating to the matter is made.
Resignation and removal
You may resign by written notice to me (with a copy to the Board). I may, at any time and
under the
after properly considering the matter and complying with the principles of natural justice,
remove a member of the Board by written notice.
Acknowledgement of your appointment
I would be grateful if you could formally acknowledge your appointment by signing the
attached letter and returning it to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, who
will record it on my behalf.
I wish you well for your term on the Board.
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Hon Andrew Bayly
Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
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cc:
Victoria MacLennan – Chair, New Zealand Standards Approval Board
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Malcolm MacMillan – National Manager, Standards New Zealand
[email address]
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
[email address]
Hon Andrew Bayly
Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Parliament Buildings
Wellington 6160
Dear Minister
I acknowledge the receipt of your letter advising me of my appointment as a member of the
New Zealand Standards Approval Board. I note that it is for a term commencing on
under the
16 September 2024 and expiring on 15 September 2027. I confirm my acceptance of this
appointment.
I will ensure that I keep myself fully familiar with the obligations and responsibilities of the
position. I am aware of the need to disclose and manage any conflicts of interest as they
arise.
Signed:
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Name:
Pete Laurenson
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Date:
Please return this acceptance form to [email address]