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CK Stead: Why judge was wrong on Bain
C K Stead explains why he is not surprised that Judith Collins ordered a review of the Binnie report on the Bain case.
Bryan Gould: Collins should stand by Bain report
What are those of us - I assume a large majority - who do not have time to read the Binnie Report to make of David Bain's compensation claim and the legal tangle that Justice Minister Judith Collins has got herself into?
Audrey Young: Collins carries an obstacle of her own making
When Judith Collins' political history is written, the events of the past week will be an important chapter. It showed the best and worst of the Minister of Justice.
Joe Karam: This injustice almost as bad as the first one
Around 12 months ago, the Government, led by Prime Minister John Key, appointed former Canadian Supreme Court judge Ian Binnie to advise on David Bain's compensation claim.
Dunne: Bain should be compensated
Peter Dunne said in a Twitter post today David Bain should be compensated, and called the police comments on judge Ian Binnie's report 'inappropriate'.
Police reject damning criticism of them in Canadian judge's report
Police last night rejected damning criticism of their handling of the David Bain case, as it was revealed failures in the original investigation were behind the recommendation that compensation be paid.
Bain fight: public faith at stake
The public's confidence in the judicial system is at stake in the David Bain compensation case, says Justice Minister Judith Collins.
Police defend Bain case
A report on David Bain's application for compensation said it should be awarded, but a peer review says the report is flawed and would not withstand scrutiny.
Timing of liquor law upsets bars
Bars, restaurants and liquor stores will be forced to move to new trading hours and tighter alcohol rules in their peak season.
Lawyers: Heroes or villains?
The untimely death of top lawyer Greg King has focused attention on one of society's most unpopular jobs. Jared Savage examines the case for the defence.
Tolley considers family friendly prison
Humane initiatives in privately-run British prisons, such as inmates spending a day with their kids, have caught the eye of Corrections Minister Anne Tolley.
Editorial: State needs option of civil cases
Editorial: A financial penalty can bring as much public dishonour as a criminal conviction for an offending company or individual, and so it should.
Deep hurt left by cyber-trolls
When people post deliberately extreme comments from the anonymity of cyberspace, the effects can be devastating - and sometimes fatal.
Sir Bob Jones: Bain case disgrace
The continuing obstinacy of courts, police and government is thankfully no match for the determination of Joe Karam, writes Sir Bob Jones.
Crusher Collins' eye on reform
As Police Minister, Judith Collins made an ally of the metal crushers, took on the boy racers and won.
Judges respond to critics
For Justice Helen Winkelmann, the justice system is already open and responsive to criticism.