Jan Logie
Holding yourself to account
The Leader of the House outlines what MPs will get up to this week including the first reading of the Prime Minister's Child Poverty Reduction Bill.
AudioSolo mums who don't name father won't face benefit cuts
Solo mothers on a benefit who don't name the father of their child won't have their welfare payments cut under the Labour-led Government. The Social Development Minister, Carmel Sepuloni, has… Audio
Government U-turns on refuge funding
Two months ago Voices reported that Shakti Ethnic Women’s Refuge in Wellington had been declined government funding and would have to close. Now on the eve of the election the government has changed… Audio
Government U-turns on refuge funding
Two months ago Voices reported that Shakti Ethnic Women’s Refuge in Wellington had been declined government funding and would have to close. Now on the eve of the election the government has changed…
AudioWhen Marriage is Slavery
Not all weddings are free or fair, and a new law seeks to make the forced marriage of minors more difficult by removing parental consent as a back-door. Audio
When Marriage is Slavery
Not all weddings are free or fair, and a new law seeks to make the forced marriage of minors more difficult by removing parental consent as a back-door.
AudioLittle choice, little option - forced adoption in New Zealand
The Ministry for Vulnerable Children says women who were forced to adopt out their children had "very little choice" but the state is not responsible. Audio
Little choice, little option - forced adoption in New Zealand
The Ministry for Vulnerable Children says women who were forced to adopt out their children had "very little choice" but the state is not responsible.
AudioA pathway to safety - protecting victims of domestic violence
When your home is unsafe and your violent partner is controlling your every move, how do you escape? Parliament is exploring a pathway. Audio
A pathway to safety - protecting victims of domestic violence
When your home is unsafe and your violent partner is controlling your every move, how do you escape? Parliament is exploring a pathway.
AudioTwo major blows to government data-sharing plan
The Government's data-sharing plan has suffered a second blow with the Privacy Commissioner rejecting a plan to force community groups to hand over clients' private details if they want state funding.
…Maori Party say Government's decision on whanau a win
The Government has decided to take another look at the role of the wider family in new child safety laws.
The Social Development Minister, Anne Tolley, has admitted the wording around priorities… Audio
Helping the dying, the deaf, and the abused
Parliament hears from submitters on assisted dying, and captions for broadcast media and a bill that will help victims of abuse makes progress. Audio
Helping the dying, the deaf, and the abused
Parliament hears from submitters on assisted dying, and captions for broadcast media and a bill that will help victims of abuse makes progress.
AudioVictims' protection and a budget precursor
A bill giving victims of abuse paid leave from work has its first reading in the House and the Government foreshadows its budget. Audio
Victims' protection and a budget precursor
A bill giving victims of abuse paid leave from work has its first reading in the House and the Government foreshadows its budget.
AudioGovt defends backflip on domestic violence bill
National has changed its mind and is now backing a bill which allows for 10 days' paid leave for victims of domestic violence - for now. Audio
Domestic violence leave bill "will save lives"
Anti-violence campaigners are calling on the government to give victims of domestic violence paid leave to help them deal with their situation. Audio
Sri Lanka prime minister visits New Zealand
John Key is being urged to make strong statements about human rights when he meets the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka tomorrow morning. Audio
