Friday, February 22, 2013

Bills to improve and safeguard information sharing passed

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Judith Collins | Justice

Legislation to improve information sharing between agencies that deliver public services has passed its final reading in Parliament today. Justice Minister Judith Collins says the new laws will clarify and improve the rules around how government agencies share personal information, while ensuring safeguards are in place to protect individual’s privacy. “These changes pave the way for better services for all New Zealanders, from improving our ability to protect vulnerable children, to reducing duplication and information handling costs...