Photo: NZH FileNepotism, cronyism and gaslighting have contributed to pockets of toxic culture in the New Zealand police, a new report into bullying and abuse has found. IPCA chair Judge Colin Doherty said the review was initiated in 2019 after media reports in of workplace bullying. Parts of police had a so-called "boys' club" culture based on power relationships, perpetuated by allegiances, cliques, nepotism and cronyism, the IPCA said. "This negative culture did not permeate every workplace", said Judge Colin Doherty, Chair of the Independent Police Conduct Authority. "Much has changed in the last 12 months," Judge Doherty added.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 01, 2021 22:30 UTC