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Updates on the parliamentary governments of member countries of the international organization Commonwealth including Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and Great Britain for 2015 are presented. Topics include the 19th amendment passed in the parliament of Sri Lanka, the government budget for 2015 and retirement of long servicing Clerk of the House in New Zealand, and new elected members at the parliament of Great Britain and the country's budget for 2015.

The article focuses on the developments and legislation in New Zealand Commonwealth Parliament. The Labour Party has registered a loss from 43 seats to 34 at the general election the 50th Parliament on November 26, 2011. On October 5, 2011, Minister of Police Judith Collins has moved the adoption of the amendments to the Standing Orders in the Report of the Standing Orders Committee. The final adjournment debate of the 49th Parliament was held on October 6, 2011.

This article presents the perspective of the Speaker of the the New Zealand House of Representative on the general behavior of members during debates. The New Zealand Parliament has a long history of spirited and sometimes unruly behavior during session but airing the proceeding on television has spurred efforts to improve decorum.

The article discusses reforms in New Zealand's constitution regarding delegated scrutiny of its legislature. The Right Honourable Sir Geoffrey Palmer, a New Zealand politician, is credited with bringing about several of these reforms. New Zealand's exploration of Affirmative Resolution Procedure is discussed with reference to specific bills where unusual circumstances made expediting the process of legislation necessary. The country's use of Negative Resolution Procedure is also noted.

The article offers information on the Equal Pay Amendment Bill passed by the Parliament of New Zealand. Topics covered include bill's aim to amend New Zealand's law on equal pay for women, the support it received from all parties, and the delay in the passage of this Bill due to reduced House sitting hours during the COVID-19 lockdown.

The article reports on the New Zealand Parliament as of July 2014. Topics discussed include the adjournment of the 50th Parliament on July 31, 2014 ahead of the September 20, 2014 general election, the Parliamentary Privilege Bill which passed its third reading and Committee of the whole House stage on July 31, and the Vulnerable Children Bill which passed its third reading on June 19.

The article offers information on the passage of the Haka Ka Mate Attribution Bill in New Zealand and mentions insights from Member of the Parliament regarding their impression on the bill. Members who were mentioned are doctor Pita Sharples and Judith Collins. Also mentioned are various legislations passed in the country which include the Parliamentary Privilege Bill, the Electoral Amendment Bill, and the Sullivan Birth Registration Bill.

This article reports on political developments in New Zealand. Prime Minister Helen Clark addressed parliament regarding the goals of her administration for the upcoming year. However, opposition leader John Key criticized Clark's administration and pledged to improve working conditions for all New Zealanders.

This section offers news briefs on legislation in New Zealand for the year 2018. Topics discussed include information on the Electoral (Integrity) Amendment Bill, provisions under the National Animal Identification and Tracing (NAIT) Amendment Bill, and background on the Domestic Violence: Victims' Protection Bill.

The article focuses on 52nd New Zealand Parliament meeting on November 7, 2017. Topics include election of Trevor Mallard as Speaker of the House of Representatives; speech of Governor-General Dame Patsy Reddy outlining the government's policy commitments and legislative intentions; and views of politician Ron Mark on collaborating with the political party Labor Party.

The article discusses debates in the Parliament of New Zealand in July of 2008. Topics discussed include: the free trade agreement between New Zealand and China; an inquiry into the handling of drunk driving violations by the criminal justice system; and a recommendation that Member of Parliament Winston Peters be censured for failing to declare certain financial interests.

The article discusses a number of legislative bills that had their third reading in the New Zealand Parliament in September 2008. Biofuels and climate change legislation discussed include the Energy Amendment, Customs and Excise Amendment, and Tariff Amendment bills. Other bills discussed include the Corrections Amendment Bill, Waste Minimization Bill, and Walking Access Bill.

The article looks at the third reading of the Succession Bill of New Zealand, which took place on September 18, 2007. Rick Barker, Minister of Internal Affairs, moved the third reading, which resulted from the Law Commission's review of the principal that a killer is unable to inherit from the estate of their victim.

The article reports that the Electoral Finance Bill was passed in New Zealand Parliament on December 18, 2007. The bill provides for the monitoring of campaign groups and political parties. The Broadcasting Amendment Bill and the Electoral Amendment Bill, which were both divided from the initial Electoral Finance Bill, also received their third readings.

The article discusses debates on issues in the New Zealand government. A report filed by the State Services Commission led to a debate regarding the dismissal of an employee in the Ministry for the Environment. Opposition leader John Key claims the employee was fired for political reasons and that the action violates public service neutrality. A debate regarding an emissions-trading plan has raised concerns regarding the cost of the program.

The article discusses the Major Events Management Bill, a New Zealand legislative act intended to prevent ambush marketing. The act would also make ticket scalping illegal and ban violent crowd behavior. Trevor Mallard, New Zealand minister for economic development, supported the legislation, while parliament member Keith Locke criticized its restrictiveness and claimed it was conceived to protect large corporations.

The article discusses New Zealand legislation regarding aviation security. The Aviation Crimes Amendment Bill and the Civil Aviation Amendment Bill were designed to improve the ability of aviation security personnel to search passengers and perform background checks on aviation employees. New Zealand minister of transport security Harry Duynhoven discussed the need for the legislation. Member of parliament Pansy Wong discussed how the law may affect Sikh men.

The article discusses legislation regarding the 2007 budget for New Zealand. New Zealand finance minister Michael Cullen noted retirement measures, tax cuts and tax credits for research that are features of the budget. Opposition leader John Key noted the national brain drain and expressed skepticism regarding the tax cut. Member of parliament Sue Bradford reflected on changes to the minimum wage bill she supported.

This article discusses a statement made by Prime Minister of New Zealand Helen Clark on February 13, 2007. Clark expressed her gratitude for the constructive working relationships that Labour and the Progressive parties have with other parties in the House. She also explained that New Zealand has an obligation to lower greenhouse gas emissions and increase sustainability.

The article reports on the passing of various energy conservation Bills by the Parliament of New Zealand in November 2006 after a federal review was published speaking against the current state of energy consumption and policies in the country. The author highlights the unanimous acceptance of the legislation and cites praise of the laws by several Members of Parliament.

The article reports on the adoption of the "Crimes of Torture Act 1989 Amendment" in 2005 by the New Zealand Parliament. Details are given regarding the Bill's compliance with United Nations protocols against inhumane treatment and punishments. Comments are given by Member of Parliament Te Ururoa Flavell arguing against the idealism and real application of such protocols in government practice.

The article discusses the efforts of the government of New Zealand to adopt legislation against the use of drug doping in professional sports. Details surrounding the provisions set forth in the "Sports Anti-Doping Bill" are given, contrasting it to the similar, but more complex, policies of Australia.

The article discusses the various reactions of the third reading of the New Zealand "Climate Change Response Amendment Bill" in November 2006. Various comments are given by Members of Parliament in support of the conservation legislation, such as those by Minister for Climate Change Issues David Parker and Associate Minister of Forestry Mita Ririnui.

The article presents a discussion regarding the support of the "Evidence Bill" being read in November 2006 in New Zealand's Parliament. The author highlights the growing support of the legislation by various parties, aiming to further establish protocols for criminal prosecution. Comments are given by the Minister of Justice Mark Burton.

The article reports on the discussion of the Sale of Liquor (Youth Alcohol Harm Reduction Purchase Age) Amendment Bill and the Electoral (Reduction in Number of Members of Parliament) Amendment Bill in New Zealand. The rejection of both Bills by the Parliament is discussed, citing comments in opposition to the proposals.

The article reports that the administration of New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark motioned the New Zealand Cricket to abandon the proposed Black Caps tour to Zimbabwe on July 26, 2005. Clark also urged the International Cricket Council to exclude Zimbabwe from international tours. The motion was passed by the Parliament. National Party Deputy Leader Gerry Brownlee and Rodney Hide of the Australian Capital Territory expressed their views on the motion.

Reports on the appointment of Ian Leslie Haynes as Judicial Conduct Commissioner of New Zealand on May 3, 2005. Term of office of Haynes; Qualification of Haynes for the position; Reaction of political party leaders to his appointment.