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Setchell Investigation: Terms of Reference

Investigation into Public Service recruitment and employment of Madeleine Setchell
Terms of Reference

Madeleine Setchell left the employment of the Ministry for the Environment in June 2007. Subsequently, concerns have been raised publicly about Ms Setchell’s treatment, and the reputation of New Zealand’s politically neutral Public Service.

Pursuant to provisions of the State Sector Act 1988 the State Services Commissioner has decided to investigate the issues raised, particularly relating to the management of actual or perceived conflicts of interest and the duty to maintain political neutrality. He will determine the lessons that can be learned and shared to improve the understanding and management of such cases.

The State Services Commissioner will:

* Investigate the relevant facts of the Public Service’s recent handling of their recruitment and employment processes relating to Madeleine Setchell.

* Report on the lessons for the Public Service arising from the above investigation.

The Commissioner will be assisted in this investigation by David Shanks, Chief Legal Advisor.

ENDS

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