Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment

Covers the period from January 1991 to January 1995. Highlights several key legislative and regulatory developments which occurred in this time, including the revision of training procedures for prison officers relating to the prohibition against torture; the development of standards for community based residential services with the objective of safeguarding children in care; and the ministerial inquiry into complaints by prisoners at Mangaroa Prison alleging assault by prison officers.