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- Louise Upston, a government minister, visited the Gloriavale compound on January 30 and said she saw no immediate concerns for children's safety.
- The visit followed the Ministry of Education's decision to cancel the school's registration over safety issues, pending a High Court review.
- Critics, including former member Virginia Courage, say Upston met only hand-picked leaders and did not speak with former members who could reveal ongoing abuse and neglect.
