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To help deliver better services and reduce crime, victimisation and harm, the Ministry of Justice sometimes shares personal information with other government agencies.
This statement explains how the Ministry collects and uses information it needs to protect people, information and property, and to fulfil its regulatory compliance responsibilities.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Chief Justice and the Secretary for Justice
The safety and security of everyone entering and spending time in courthouses is a priority. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Chief Justice and the Secretary for Justice on health, safety, and security of all who come into court buildings includes the means to regularly consult on security procedures, including with representatives of the legal profession.
The 'terms of reference' outlines the purpose, scope, and membership of the forum. In practice, the forum was established to enable engagement on the work programme that is inherent in the MOU. The forum meets quarterly, is co-chaired by Justice La Hood and Kelvin Watson, Deputy Secretary Corporate Services and is made up of representatives from the judiciary, the Ministry, the legal profession and an independent Health and Safety practitioner.
More information on the State Services Commission’s investigation into the use of external security consultants by government agencies can be found here:
