Minister slams ‘unacceptable’ oversight after second boot camp escape

Summarised by Centrist

Children’s Minister Karen Chhour criticised Oranga Tamariki for failing to inform her about a second teen absconding from a youth boot camp. “I’m very disappointed… I expect better,” she said. Acting CEO Andrew Bridgman apologised, calling it a “simple mistake.” Chhour defended the pilot programme, stating, “It’s naive to think serious youth offenders won’t reoffend,” and vowed ongoing review and adjustments.

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