The Law Lady

Are migrant workers protected in NZ? And how can we do better as a country to stop migrant exploitation? Citizen’s Advice Bureau (CAB) have produced Kia Manaaki I te manene respecting and protecting migrant workers, and the Law Lady breaks it down. Find out what migrant exploitation can look like, how widespread it is and what actionable steps can be taken to prevent migrant exploitation in Aotearoa NZ.

Are you confused about the law change for Contractors? Want to learn more about how it all works? Listen to the Law Lady as she explains the new contractor gateway test and how it fits in with the current law.

Disability Support Services want to hear from you about their services. What should they be focused on? How can they be better joined up? What else do you want to tell them about the disability services you receive? Listen to the Law Lady to find out what the consultation is about, and how you can give feedback on these services.

The government have introduced the Disability Support Services Bill with the aims of creating a clear legal foundation and clarifying the employment status of family members caring for their loved ones with disabilities. Listen to the Law Lady to find out the long and difficult legal history that lead to this possible law change, and the concerns people have about what this law will do for people receiving disability support services.

There's a new law criminalising stalking. Stalking is a devastating form of abuse. What kinds of things does the new law cover? How many times does it need to happen? And why didn't we have this already? Listen to the Law Lady to find out all the details.