Cases are being delayed in the Gore District Court due to a lack of Restorative Justice facilitators. Cases are taking longer to be dealt with in the Gore District Court due to a lack of facilitators to carry out restorative justice meetings, and in some cases the service has not been available at all. READ MORE:* Peace above punishment: How restorative justice works for offenders and victims* Rape victim embraces attacker at restorative justice session* Security concerns at Gore court house* Judge slams restorative justice process"The provider is working towards accreditation of two new staff members. Restorative Justice services are run by community-based groups contracted by the Ministry of Justice, and Māori providers are available in many areas. Restorative Justice providers are approved by the Ministry to ensure they have experience and training to make sure the restorative justice process is safe and supportive for everyone.

Source: Stuff April 14, 2019 05:37 UTC