Children’s Act 2014

Strategy for improving children’s well-being and oranga tamariki action plan

4A: Treaty of Waitangi (Tiriti o Waitangi)

You could also call this:

"The government must respect the Treaty of Waitangi, an important agreement with Māori people."

The Minister in charge has some duties to follow, which are found in sections 6D(1)(d) and 7C(2)(a). These duties are meant to show respect for the Treaty of Waitangi, also known as te Tiriti o Waitangi. You can think of the Treaty of Waitangi as a very important agreement between the government and the Māori people, and these duties help make sure the government keeps its promises.

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4: Purpose of this Part, or

"This part of the law helps the Government make a plan to improve kids' well-being."

5: Interpretation, or

"What special words mean in the Children's Act 2014"

Part 1Strategy for improving children’s well-being and oranga tamariki action plan

4ATreaty of Waitangi (Tiriti o Waitangi)

The duties of the responsible Minister set out in sections 6D(1)(d) and 7C(2)(a) are imposed in order to recognise and provide a practical commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi (te Tiriti o Waitangi).

Notes

Section 4A: inserted, on 21 December 2018, by section 8 of the Children's Amendment Act 2018 (2018 No 58).