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Was a selection panel set up to consider applicants for the role of Law Commission President around the time that Professor Amokura Kawharu was appointed, and if so, who was on the selection panel?

Answered Question 7416 (2026)
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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • Was a selection panel set up to consider applicants for the role of Law Commission President around the time that Professor Amokura Kawharu was appointed, and if so, who was on the selection panel?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice

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That appointment was made under a previous government. I am advised by my officials that the Justice Minister of that time did set up a selection panel comprised of a Judge of the Supreme Court, the Secretary for Justice and the Solicitor-General.