New Zealand's Modern Slavery Bill marks a significant development in global anti-slavery legislation, joining jurisdictions like the UK, Australia, and California in requiring large companies to report on slavery and human trafficking risks. How does this new framework compare to existing international standards, and what implications will it have for businesses operating across multiple jurisdictions?

Any employees affected by domestic violence will be entitled to apply for domestic violence leave from their employer.

Legally speaking, discrimination only occurs when the treatment is one of 13 protected grounds in the Human Rights Act.

A version of a modern slavery reporting regime to be in force before the election in November.

The Privacy Commissioner recently released guidance on a complainant's right to information in workplace bullying matters.

New Zealand can turn global uncertainty into a platform for resilience and growth.

Overseas companies often require assurances that products and services are free from slavery and exploitation.

Develop a clear strategy with measurable goals, and regularly report on progress to maintain transparency and accountability.

There is a fine line between legal volunteers, unpaid interns, work trials and illegal employment.

The current New Zealand PVR Act is over 30 years old, and is being reviewed with a view to bringing it more in line with the corresponding Acts of many of New Zealand's trading partners.

The proposed amendment will change NZBORA to specify that senior courts can make declarations of inconsistency.

The high monetary awards issued in these recent HRRT cases may make it a more attractive source of remedy for employees.

In its report Delivering Justice for All - A Vision for New Zealand Courts and Tribunals (NZLC R85, Wgtn.,.2004) the Law Commission addresses the issue of name suppression in the criminal courts, and recommends changes.

The NZ High Court has jurisdiction to declare legislation inconsistent with the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990.