Contracts New Zealand bill could allow terminations by mutual consent Supporters view change as flexible staffing tool, while critics warn reform favours bosses iStock.com/Andrzej Rostek Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 27 November 2025 A bill allowing New Zealand’s employers to offer staff an exit inducement, without triggering a personal grievance claim, has won majority backing from a parliamentary select committee. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers New Zealand’s top court confirms four Uber drivers are employees Pay transparency Kiwis’ salary discussions to be protected from retaliation Crime New Zealand updates law to crack down on wage theft Senior Execs New Zealand limits unjustified dismissal claims for execs