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1. BORA Subordinate Legislation (Confirmation and Validation) Bill (No 3) [pdf, 72 KB]

   ...of this advice, we have not considered the validity of the subordinate legislation itself or its consistency with the Bill of Rights Act. Melanie Webb Manager Office of Legal Counsel Stuart Beresford Acting Manager Bill of Rights/Human Rights Team In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a report should be made to Parliament under...

2. BORA Education (Disestablishment Of Early Childhood Development Board) Amendment Bill [pdf, 13 KB]

   ...Board. 5. In accordance with your instructions, we attach a copy of this opinion for referral to the Minister of Justice. We also attach a copy for referral to the Minister of Education, if you agree. Bridget Dingle Legal Adviser Bill of Rights/Human Rights Team Val Sim Chief Legal Counsel cc Minister of Justice Minister of Education Copy for your information In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was...

3. Appendix-M2-NZEAN-Support-letter-NZ-Eq-sports.pdf [pdf, 253 KB]

   ...role that horses have played and continue to provide across society. This covers both a sport and recreation connection that adds to the wellbeing of participants. We also know the importance of the role Horses can play in the general wellbeing of humans who may be suffering from various illnesses. Horses of course are also companion animals for many people in society. Our members rely on access to recreational riding to enhance the training and experiences for both themselves and thei...

4. BORA Appropriation (Parliamentary Expenditure Validation) Bill [pdf, 187 KB]

   ...December 2007. 6. We have concluded that the Bill appears to be consistent with the rights and freedoms contained in the Bill of Rights Act. Jeff Orr Chief Legal Counsel Office of Legal Counsel Margaret Dugdale Policy Manager, Bill of Rights/Human Rights Public Law Group In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a report should be made to Parlia...

5. Fisher v Foster (Costs) [2020] NZHRRT 29 [pdf, 623 KB]

   ...comparison costs calculated under the District Court Rules 2014, Part 14, are said to amount to $4,584.00. 1 [This decision is to be cited as Fisher v Foster (Costs) [2020] NZHRRT 29.] IN THE HUMAN RIGHTS REVIEW TRIBUNAL [2020] NZHRRT 29 I TE TARAIPIUNARA MANA TANGATA 2 [3] It is submitted (not entirely accurately) the general civil litigation principle applies, namely that the party who fails with respect to a proceedin...

6. BORA Royal Society of New Zealand Amendment Bill [pdf, 186 KB]

   ...currently awaiting its first reading. We understand that the next Members’ day is scheduled for Wednesday, 22 September 2010. 2. The Bill seeks to amend the Royal Society of New Zealand Act 1997 to incorporate the advancement and promotion of the humanities into the object and functions of the Royal Society of New Zealand. The Bill also proposes to rename the Academy Council to the Academy Executive Committee, to amend the standard for election of Companions of the Society, and to am...

7. BORA Transport Legislation Bill [pdf, 25 KB]

   ...this opinion for referral to the Minister of Justice. We also attach a copy for referral to the Minister of Transport, if you approve. Allison Bennett Principal Legal Adviser Office of Legal Counsel Bridget Dingle Legal Adviser Bill of Rights/Human Rights Team cc Minister of Justice Minister of Transport In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether...

8. BORA Biosecurity and Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Bill [pdf, 198 KB]

   ...Organisms Act. 3. We have concluded that the Bill does not appear to be inconsistent with the rights and freedoms affirmed by the Bill of Rights Act. Jeff Orr Chief Legal Counsel Office of Legal Counsel Stuart Beresford Manager, Bill of Rights/Human Rights Public Law Group In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a report should be made to Pa...

9. Geary v ACC (Application by Plaintiff for Costs) [2013] NZHRRT 39 [pdf, 47 KB]

   1 (1) ORDER PROHIBITING PUBLICATION OF NAME, ADDRESS AND IDENTIFYING PARTICULARS OF EFG AND JKL (2) ORDER PREVENTING SEARCH OF THE TRIBUNAL FILE WITHOUT LEAVE OF THE CHAIRPERSON OR OF THE TRIBUNAL IN THE HUMAN RIGHTS REVIEW TRIBUNAL [2013] NZHRRT 39 Reference No. HRRT 001/2012 UNDER THE PRIVACY ACT 1993 BETWEEN IAN RUSSELL GEARY PLAINTIFF AND ACCIDENT COMPENSATION CORPORATION DEFENDANT AT WELLINGTON BEFORE: Mr RPG Haines...

10. Immigration COVID 19 Measures Amendment Bill [pdf, 118 KB]

    ...Consistency of the Bill with the Bill of Rights Act Section 19- freedom from discrimination 6. Section 19 of the Bill of Rights Act affirms that everyone has the right to freedom from discrimination on the grounds of discrimination set out in the Human Rights Act 1993 (‘the Human Rights Act’). 7. The key questions in assessing whether there is a limit on the right to freedom from discrimination are: a) does the legislation draw a distinction on one of the prohibited grounds of dis...