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Story summary
- New Zealand Police identified flaws in their formal warning system first noted in 2021.
- A review found 63% of warnings issued from 2019 to 2024 were unlawful, risking job opportunities.
- In response, police will implement compulsory training and update policies to clarify the warning process.
- They will allow the public to request formal reviews of warnings, not disclose them during vetting, and assess offenses posing risks to employers.
