Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier says he is worried about high rates of seclusion at two Bay of Plenty mental health facilities, particularly for Māori patients.
A report summarising the Chief Ombudsman’s observations and recommendations of a sample of secure intellectual disability residences in New Zealand has been published.
Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has released his Final Opinion on Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's decision to refuse the release of a document relating to coalition negotiations.
The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has issued a media statement on his preliminary enquiries into Horowhenua District Council's email blocking practices.