![]() ![]() This statement didn’t change the law banning prisoners from voting. “Section 80(1)(d) of the Electoral Act 1993 (as amended by the Electoral (Disqualification of Sentenced Prisoners) Amendment Act 2010) is inconsistent with the right to vote affirmed and guaranteed in s 12(a) of the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990, and cannot be justified under s 5 of that Act” – Taylor v Attorney -General NZHC 1706. The High Court found in favour of the prisoners, and made a “declaration of inconsistency”. In 2015, five prisoners sought a declaration from the High Court that a ban on prisoner voting breached their right to vote under BORA (this ban was introduced by the Electoral (Disqualification of Sentenced Prisoners) Amendment Act 2010, which amended the Electoral Act 1993. One of the rights set out in the NZ Bill of Rights Act is the right to vote in general elections. Recent NZ Bill of Rights Act developmentsĪ major development relating to BORA in recent years has been around “declarations of inconsistency” – which is when a court issues a formal declaration that an Act of Parliament is inconsistent with one or more of the rights and freedoms affirmed by the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990. Courts are required to prefer interpretations that protect people’s human rights, in line with BORA. The second protection relates to the courts and the way they interpret certain laws.If it seems likely to breach people’s rights under BORA, the Attorney-General must write a report so that MPs can understand the problem before deciding whether to support the proposed law. When a proposed law (a bill) is introduced in Parliament, the Attorney-General must check to see whether it is consistent with BORA.Here are two examples of how the Act (known as BORA) helps to protect human rights today. How the NZ Bill of Rights Act protects human rights today Read this easy explanation to understand what these rights mean. ![]() the right to not be discriminated againstĪlthough these and other rights were commonly understood to be already recognised, this Act confirmed those rights.the right to freedom of expression (the right to say what you want, within certain legal limits, without punishment from the State).the right to peaceful assembly (which includes the right to protest peacefully).Here are some of the many rights and freedoms that are set out in the Act: The Act was brought to Parliament by Geoffrey Palmer, who was the Minister of Justice at the time. Together these key sources make up our constitution. Other documents include the Treaty of Waitangi, other Acts such as the Constitution Act 1986, and decisions of the court. Today, the NZ Bill of Rights Act is considered to be one of our constitutional documents. It was designed to protect New Zealanders against the actions of the State. The Act, passed in 1990, affirms, protects, and promotes our human rights and fundamental freedoms. Find a Girls Inc.The New Zealand flag flies in front of Parliamentįor New Zealand, one of our most important laws is the Bill of Rights Act, which turns 30 years old on August 28. mission and programming, and engages girls in opportunities and activities that develop skills and instill leadership characteristics. Experience-is the foundation of the Girls Inc. is a comprehensive approach to whole girl development conceived based upon the rights we outline above, which equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and to grow up healthy, educated, and independent. 81% of the girls we serve identify as girls of color. 57% live in households earning $30,000 a year or less. Girls have the right to prepare for interesting work and economic independence.Girls have the right to have confidence in themselves and to be safe in the world.Girls have the right to accept and appreciate their bodies.Girls have the right to take risks, to strive freely, and to take pride in success.Girls have the right to express themselves with originality and enthusiasm.Girls have the right to be themselves and to resist gender stereotypes.It is our mission–now and always–to support girls and to ensure that their rights are recognized and respected. codified our Girls’ Bill of Rights, outlining certain truths we believe are fundamental. ![]()
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