June 18, 2019
Tight terms for Oranga Tamariki review
Minister for Children Tracey Martin has asked the chief social worker at Oranga Tamariki, Grant Bennett, to conduct the review into the case of the Hawkes Bay mother and her baby.
A person appointed by Ngāti Kahungunu and with the relevant expertise, mana and connection will provide independent oversight.
The Children's Commissioner will also provide input into the design, progress and findings of the review.
Ms Martin says the review is limited to the period between February 12 and May 9, from when Oranga Tamariki first became aware the mother was pregnant, until she and her baby were discharged from hospital.
Its purpose is to understand what occurred from the perspective of the mother, father, whānau, Oranga Tamariki staff, iwi and other professionals;
– To identify what can be learned from a local and national perspective;
– and to strengthen local relationships and ways of working together.
The review is due to be completed by the end of July.
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