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Allegations
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Defence Minister Mark
Burton today reported to Cabinet on progress to date on the independent
assessment of the responses and comments raised relating to alleged abuses at
the Waiouru Regular Force Cadet School. “Further work needs to
be undertaken to finalise the appropriate form and terms of reference for
this assessment process. I expect to make an announcement later this week. “I reiterate that these
are complex, historical claims, many of which date back 25-45 years. We must
take all necessary steps to set up an appropriate, thorough process to scope
and assess these allegations in a serious, professional, credible, and
independent manner.” Results of the
assessment will include: - a full report of the
facts - identifying any
further action required - separating issues of
mistreatment from more serious allegations that, even in the context of the
time, may amount to criminal offences. “Once the assessment is
complete, a report will be presented to me. I will consult the Attorney
General about the findings, and present the report to Cabinet for
consideration of any recommendations for further action,” said Mark Burton. |
