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Justice Ministry Review Finds Leadership Issues
Justice Ministry review reveals leadership failures after former Lotto presenter's misconduct case.
In brief
Justice Ministry review reveals leadership failures after former Lotto presenter's misconduct case. Justice Ministry review shows leadership failures and poor accountability after former Lotto presenter Russell Harrison's five-year suspension for organised crime. Originally reported by RNZ.
Ministry Review Ordered
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith ordered a rapid review of his ministry in August after its handling of a former employee.
Former Lotto Presenter Suspended
Former Lotto presenter Russell Harrison was suspended for five years on full pay - more than $500,000 - as he faced charges relating to organised crime.
Harrison Pleads Guilty
Harrison pleaded guilty to money laundering in July and lost his job as a kaiārahi - Family Court navigator.
Public Service Commission Review
The Public Service Commission described the Harrison case as a microcosm for broader findings of leadership and accountability issues.
Leadership Failures
Leaders were not sufficiently focussed on public trust, too accepting of flawed internal advice, and overly concerned about legal action.
No Decisive Action
Over five years, no single leader made a decisive call on how to proceed with disciplinary actions.
At a glance
Justice Ministry review shows leadership failures and poor accountability after former Lotto presenter Russell Harrison's five-year suspension for organised crime.
