‘Double-bunking’ changes inconsistent with UN Rules – New Zealand Law Society
A proposed law change making prison cell sharing or ‘double bunking’ the norm is inconsistent with New Zealand’s obligations under…
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FIRST Union condemns brutal dispersal of workers in NutriAsia Philippines
It’s alleged heavy-handed police have assaulted protesters and hired a mole to impersonate a protester with a gun to justify…
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CPAG calls for a legal limit on the total cost of credit – CCCFA Review
Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) endorses the Nga Tangata Microfinance (NTM) submission on the Review of Consumer Credit. “Child poverty…
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At last! Safer consumer credit may be coming soon to Aotearoa – CPAG
Ngā Tangata Microfinance (NTM) welcomes the Consumer Credit Regulation Review by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Having made…
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BPM welcomes the latest NZ On Air research into audiences
Better Public Media Trust congratulates NZ On Air for the latest survey entitled Where Are the Audiences 2018. The research…
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E tū demands action over AFFCO boiler
E tū has written to WorkSafe asking it to urgently respond to a second incident involving the boiler at AFFCO’s…
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CPAG calls for changes to law and policy and an independent review of all benefit debts
Urgent changes must be made following the decision by the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) not to appeal the High…
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BREAKING: Latest news on violent kidnapping of Mike Treen
Latest reports: The IOF takeover of the boat was violent – conducted by armed and masked soldiers – many passengers & crew were assaulted, roughly handled and hit. Three were tasered, including Mike, as they refused move from the wheelhouse. Mike and one other crewman were tightly handcuffed.
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Open letter to Winston Peters: Safe and unhindered passage for the 2018 international Freedom Flotilla to Gaza. Urgent.
In light of Israel’s unwarranted and unlawful interception and seizure of this Gaza-bound civilian boat in international waters, we call on the NZ Government to urgently alert our appropriate consular services to ensure the wellbeing and release of Mike Treen, and urgently demand the Israeli authorities:
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What happens when the Winter Energy Payment runs out? – Child Poverty Action Group
Low-income families on benefits have had the Winter Energy Payment (WEP) added to their weekly income since 1 July. But…