The Government plans to crack down on run it straight-type events and other combat sports following lobbying from sports and health organisations.
Sports Minister Mark Mitchell confirmed that work on a potential law change was progressing.
Mitchell sought advice from sports officials and health experts after Palmerston North teen Ryan Satterthwaite died from a serious head injury suffered during an impromptu version of the game last year.
CEO of head injury organisation Headway, Stacey Mowbray, told Heather du Plessis-Allan, "I would like to see a mix of legislation, but also education. I don't think, legislation alone is going to be enough."
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