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What guidance or expectations, if any, did the Minister of Justice communicate to Dr Stephen Rainbow, either at the time of his appointment or at any point since, regarding his public commentary on contested political issues?

Answered Question 37340 (2026)
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Camilla Belich

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • What guidance or expectations, if any, did the Minister of Justice communicate to Dr Stephen Rainbow, either at the time of his appointment or at any point since, regarding his public commentary on contested political issues?

Answered by

Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice

Answer

Newly appointed members of a Crown entity are offered induction training or guidance about their role, which includes general guidance about conduct.