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Public Records Act 2005

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12: Chief Archivist to act independently

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"The Chief Archivist makes decisions on their own."

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The Chief Archivist has to make decisions on their own when doing their job. You can find more information about their job in sections like sections 11(1)(b) and (d), 20(1), and 30. The Chief Archivist does not have to follow directions from the Minister or the chief executive.

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Part 1Purpose, other preliminary provisions, and key administrative provisions
Key administrative provisions: Chief Archivist

12Chief Archivist to act independently

  1. In relation to the performance of his or her functions and duties and to the exercise of his or her powers under sections 11(1)(b) and (d), 20(1), and 30, the Chief Archivist—

  2. must act independently in exercising his or her professional judgement; and
    1. is not subject to direction from either the Minister or the chief executive.

      Notes
      • Section 12: substituted, on , by section 7 of the Public Records Amendment Act (No 2) 2010 (2010 No 133).