Section 14 of the Inquiries Act 2013 states that in making a decision as to the procedure of an inquiry, or in making a finding that is adverse to any person, the inquiry must comply with the principles of natural justice.

Royal Commission public hearing – State agencies questioned on failures to prevent and respond to abuse in care In August the Royal Commission held an historic two-week public hearing where State agencies were asked to respond to the abuse and neglect of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

This Minute sets out directions on the Royal Commission of Inquiry’s upcoming public hearing into the institutional responses of Faith-Based institutions to abuse in Faith-based care (the hearing).

Peter Boshier Chief Ombudsmen from 2015 until March 2024.

Peter Hughes CNZMPublic Service Commissioner from July 2016 to February 2024.

Laulu Mac LeauanaeSecretary for Pacific Peoples and Chief Executive.

Jeremy LightfootChief Executive of the Department of Corrections / Ara Poutama Aotearoa since February 2020.

Dave SamuelsSecretary for Māori Development and Chief Executive since September 2019 Grace SmithHautū Deputy Secretary Strategy, Finance and Performance.

Judge Eivers Children's Commissioner from October 2021.

The Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry has been awarded the accessibility tick.