The independent panel considering the 2014 family justice reforms is now seeking feedback on its proposals from families, workers and others who have used services in the area.
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How can the criminal justice system be more effective?
The Safe and Effective Justice Programme Advisory Group is hearing from communities in Te Tairāwhiti, which panel member Julia Whaipooti says is one of the regions most affected by the criminal justice system.
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A new strategy to combat family and sexual violence
For the first time, chief executives from across the public service will be taking collective steps to end family and sexual violence in New Zealand.
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Govt no longer scrapping Three Strikes law
Justice Minister Andrew Little has indicated that the Government will not repeal the controversial Three Strikes law after concerns from coalition partner NZ First.
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Sensible Sentencing Trust opposes repeal of 'Three Strikes' law
The Sensible Sentencing Trust says the 'Three Strikes' law is the only law to have reduced serious offending. This follows Minister of Justice Andrew Little's recent announcement of a proposal that will be put forward to Cabinet to repeal the legislation.
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Report shows downward trend of youth entering justice system
A new report shows the rate of offending by young Māori hasn't reduced at the same rate as non-Māori. However, the research which was carried out by three government departments says substantial gains have been made in reducing the number of Māori youth in the justice system.
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Minister of Justice reveals Teina Pora to receive near $1 million compensation
Teina Pora will receive a compensation payout with an inflation adjustment. Minister of Justice Andrew Little says he will be awarded almost an extra $1mil plus $45,000 in costs.
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Justice delayed for disabled children in NZ education system
Of the 95,000 New Zealand children living with a disability, more than half have difficulty learning. The IHC says delays in getting a hearing to address allegations that the education system is breaching the human rights of disabled children are unfair.
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Davis calls for Corrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga’s resignation
Labour MP Kelvin Davis is calling for the resignation of Corrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga in what he says is the latest blunder in New Zealand prisons.
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Christmas Island detainees touchdown in Auckland
The first group of detainees from Christmas Island has arrived in Auckland.
