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Media enquiries
The Royal Commission of Inquiry’s role ended on 25 June 2024, the date it delivered its final report to the Governor-General of New Zealand, and the Inquiry is now closed. The Department of Internal Affairs provides administrative support to the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry and is the recipient of the Royal Commission’s records.
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Commission of Inquiry statement
The Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry acted swiftly in August 2019 when it learned that the partner of a Survivor Advisory Group member has convictions
Survivors in prison begin sharing their experiences of abuse
Survivors of abuse in State care and faith-based institutions have begun sharing their experiences with Abuse in Care Inquiry Commissioners in prisons.