NZ First wins concession in health and safety dispute with ACT

New Zealand First has secured a concession from ACT in a disagreement over the Government's health and safety legislation changes, as David Seymour establishes ground rules for future coalition arrangements.

Reviewed by Rakai 2 July 2026

New Zealand First has obtained a concession in a dispute with ACT over the Government's health and safety legislation overhaul.

The concession comes amid tensions between the coalition partners New Zealand First and ACT regarding the health and safety legislation changes.

ACT leader David Seymour has established ground rules for future coalition arrangements following the dispute.