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Will ‘move on’ orders for rough sleepers make cities safer – or revive Victorian-era cruelty?
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New Zealand is considering legislation that would grant police powers to issue 'move-on orders' to rough sleepers and people begging in public spaces, raising concerns about whether such measures improve public safety or replicate historical harsh treatment of vulnerable populations.
Will ‘move on’ orders for rough sleepers make cities safer – or revive Victorian-era cruelty?
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A proposed law currently before New Zealand’s parliament would give police the power to move people on from public spaces if they are found begging, rough sleeping or otherwise causing a disturbance.
Under the Summary Offences (Move-on Orders) Amendment Bill, police would also be able to detain a person, collect their personal details, formally issue the order and serve it on them.
Recipients could even agree to have the notice served by email. It can last for up to 2
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