2 April 2002
Inquiry Into Allegations Relating To Ms Kathie Irwin
The State Services Commissioner, Michael Wintringham, announced today the appointment of Hon Sir Rodney Gallen to
undertake, on his behalf, the inquiry into allegations relating to the chair of the New Zealand Teachers Council, Ms
Kathie Irwin.
The Minister of Education, Hon Trevor Mallard, asked the State Services Commissioner to undertake the inquiry last week
following allegations relating to Ms Irwin's time at Victoria University of Wellington.
The terms of reference for the inquiry are currently being finalised. It is expected that the inquiry will be completed
within three weeks.
The Commissioner will make no further comment during the course of the inquiry, and likewise he is asking all parties to
refrain from making comment.
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