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19 May 2024 11:55
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  •   Home > News > Politics

    A call for more legal provisions to keep children safe

    A call for more legal provisions to keep children safe


    Advocacy charity Safeguarding Children, says there is no legal requirement making volunteers working with children go through police vetting.

    The group says many are also not legally required to undergo training to recognise signs of abuse.

    Safeguarding Children consultant Ruth Browning believes many parents won't be aware of this.

    She says some organisations choose to do safety checks, but many don't

    © 2024 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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    The Taranaki Airs have cruised to a 108 to 70 win over the Manawatu Jets in basketball's NBL 10:26

    Rugby:
    A stunning effort from rising New Zealand middle-distance runner Maia Ramsden in the US this morning 10:06

    International:
    In the 'Nordic paradox', high rates of gender equality does not equal safety for women 9:56

    Entertainment:
    Melissa Joan Hart feels "really guilty" about taking Britney Spears out clubbing when she was underage 9:41

    Health & Safety:
    Kiwis are being urged to be prepared if their health suffers this winter 9:26

    Motorsports:
    Yet another milestone for reigning Formula One world champ Max Verstappen 9:26

    Entertainment:
    Sabrina Carpenter finds it hard to "take a moment" and reflect 9:11

    Soccer:
    Another blow for fans of the Phoenix football club 8:46


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