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1. Human-Rights-Commission-submissions-on-scope-of-inquiry.pdf [pdf, 379 KB]

   ...appropriate stages of the proceedings where their personal interests are affected;50 (iii) Providing proper assistance to victims throughout the legal process; 51 and (iv) Taking measures to minimise inconvenience to victims, protect their privacy, when necessary, and ensure their safety, as well 47 Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims above, n 46, at [1]. 48 At [4]. 49 At [6(a)]. 50 At [6(b)]. 51At [6(c)]. 14 as that of their families and witn...

2. LCRO 117/2022 VN v SC (16 May 2024) [pdf, 216 KB]

   ...direct such publication of his or her decision as the Review Officer considers necessary or desirable in the public interest. “Public interest” engages issues such as consumer protection, public confidence in legal services and the interests and privacy of individuals. [104] Having had regard to the issues raised by this review, I have concluded that it is desirable in the public interest that this decision be published in a form that does not identify the parties or others involved...

3. LCRO 121/2023 AI v HR (12 December 2023) [pdf, 218 KB]

   ...direct such publication of his or her decision as the Review Officer considers necessary or desirable in the public interest. “Public interest” engages issues such as consumer protection, public confidence in legal services and the interests and privacy of individuals. [123] Having had regard to the issues raised by this review, I have concluded that it is desirable in the public interest that this decision be published in a form that does not identify the parties or others involved...

4. LCRO 130/2022 FN v EO (31 October 2023) [pdf, 261 KB]

   ...and only found out that Mr FN had left the firm when she made contact in March. [25] Ms EO also complained about Mr TX who had declined to reduce the fees charged by Mr FN. [26] Ms EO says that from the information received in response to a Privacy Act request, she could only ascertain that the work completed was the preparation and service of the statutory demand. [27] She sought a “fair and reasonable adjustment of the fee”. Mr FN’ response [28] Mr TX responded...

5. FN v Accident Compensation Corporation (Suspension of Entitlements) [2023] NZACC 199 [pdf, 288 KB]

   ...Conclusion [63] For the above reasons, the appeal is allowed, and the review decision of 10 April 2018 is set aside. [64] I make no order as to costs. 22 Suppression [65] I consider it is necessary and appropriate to protect the privacy of the appellant. This order, made under s 160(1) of the Accident Compensation Act 2001, forbids publication of the name, address, occupation, or particulars likely to lead to the identification of the appellant. As a result, this pr...

6. Sale-and-Supply-of-Alcohol-Rugby-World-Cup-2023-Extended-Trading-Hours-Amendment-Act_FINAL.pdf [pdf, 588 KB]

   ...contained in the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 and the Human Rights Act 1993 22.3 the disclosure statement requirements (a disclosure statement prepared by the Ministry of Justice is attached) 22.4 the principles and guidelines set out in the Privacy Act 2020 22.5 relevant international standards and obligations, and 22.6 the Legislation Guidelines (2021 edition), which are maintained by the Legislation Design and Advisory Committee. Consultation 23 The following agencies w...

7. LCRO 136/2023 QT v MZ (8 January 2024) [pdf, 220 KB]

   ...such publication of his or her decision as the Review Officer considers necessary or desirable in the public interest. “Public interest” engages issues such as consumer protection, public confidence in legal services and the interests and privacy of individuals. [113] Having had regard to the issues raised by this review, I have concluded that it is desirable in the public interest that this decision be published in a form that does not identify the parties or others involved i...

8. OIA-111634.pdf [pdf, 2.3 MB]

   ...document table below, which details the information being released to you. Some information has also been withheld in full or part, under the following provisions of the Act, with out-of-scope information removed: • section 9(2)(a) to protect privacy of natural persons and • section 9(2)(f)(iv) to maintain the constitutional conventions that protect confidentiality of advice tendered by Ministers and officials. In withholding information under section 9 I have considered the pub...

9. [2025] NZREADT 26 - EC & KN v CAC 2204 & ST (18 July 2025) [pdf, 308 KB]

   ...take no further action. The appeal is dismissed. 21 [105] Pursuant to s 113 of the Act, the Tribunal draws the parties’ attention to s 116, setting out the right of appeal to the High Court. PUBLICATION [106] Having regard to the privacy of the individuals involved, as well as the interests of the public in the transparency of the Tribunal and knowing of wrongdoing by licensees, it is appropriate to order publication of this decision without identifying any party (apar...

10. TG v Ma [2025] NZIACDT 27 (27 May 2025) [pdf, 332 KB]

    ...[104] The Tribunal has the power to order that any part of the evidence or the name of any witness not be published.30 It must balance the public interest in knowing of wrongdoing by advisers and also of the Tribunal’s jurisprudence, with the privacy of individuals. 30 Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007, s 50A. 22 [105] There is no public interest in knowing the name of Ms Ma’s clients or Ms Y or Mr L. [106] The Tribunal directs publication of the decision, but...