Proactive release - COVID 19 Response Courts Safety Legislation Bill [pdf, 4.4 MB]
...powers to manage risks 5 The udicia y and Ministry are responsible for the safe running of the courts. They have prepared the courts as far as possible to operate under the COVID-19 P otection Framework. This has included more remote participation, vaccination requirements for Ministry staff and contractors, and enhanced court entry requirements. 6 The changes are necessary because: 6.1 physical court proceedings present a risk of COVID-19 transmission, but must continue even while...