James McDowall
James McDowall is the Head of Advocacy for the Motor Trade Association (MTA) in New Zealand. He has voiced concerns about recent police directives regarding retail crime, particularly emphasizing that service stations are often targets of theft and stressing the need for police protection and support to maintain trust within the retail community.
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Recent news mentions
James McDowall said New Zealand’s fuel retailers are 'price-takers' in the global market.
Could petrol prices hit $3? Retailers warned over hiking prices as Middle East crisis deepens
New Zealand· 2026-03-04
Motor Trade Association (MTA) head of advocacy James McDowall told RNZ he welcomed the commissioner’s comments on Tuesday.
Police launch review after controversial retail crime directiveNew Zealand· 2025-05-30
James McDowall, a former Act MP, was recognized in a discussion about retail crime.
Why David Seymour’s upcoming stint as Deputy Prime Minister has nerves on edge – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-05-29
Motor Trade Association (MTA) head of advocacy James McDowall said in a statement to RNZ on Tuesday that service stations were the 'most preyed on retailers in the country'.
Police Commissioner says controversial shoplifting directive ‘inconsistent with his expectations’New Zealand· 2025-05-27
Motor Trade Association (MTA) head of advocacy James McDowall said in a statement to RNZ on Tuesday that service stations were the 'most preyed on retailers in the country'.
Police Commissioner labels shoplifting directive as ‘confusing and unhelpful’New Zealand· 2025-05-27
