Mr Fairley said comments such as "living in a seclusion room" implied Ashley was permanently secluded, which was not true. • The Ombudsman releases new investigation into Ashley's treatment, including a statement from Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier that his living situation amounts to "cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment". "I consider this client's living situation to be cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment for the purpose of the Convention Against Torture," Judge Boshier said. The Capital & Coast District Health Board released a copy tonight, including comments from Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier about Ashley's situation. Dr Coleman passes responsibility for the case to Associate Health Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga, who defends Ashley's treatment.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 17, 2016 07:40 UTC