Experts suggest dedicated minister to lead fight against organised crime

Wednesday 10 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 10 Sep 2025, 5:01am

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The Ministerial Advisory Group on Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime has recommended appointing a single minister to oversee the fight against organised crime. Experts argue that current lack of accountability has caused inconsistency and that organised crime is now a primary threat to national security.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 10 Sep 2025, 5:00am

   Experts call for dedicated Minister to tackle organised crime in New Zealand (opens in new tab)

2. RNZWed 10 Sep 2025, 5:01am

   Organised crime fight should be led by one minister - report (opens in new tab)