RNZ·3 min read·medium
Justice Ministry to be reviewed, as minister's confidence in agency 'seriously shaken'
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RNZ | Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa
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New Zealand's Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has ordered a review of his ministry after it was revealed a staffer was paid for five years while suspended due to criminal charges. The employee, Russell Harrison, was only terminated after pleading guilty to money laundering.
The Minister of Justice has ordered a rapid review of his ministry following its handling of a former employee, saying his confidence in the agency has been "seriously shaken."
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