HL Canterbury still homeless, but HL finds new place Finally, after a very long time the Howard League in Christchurch is getting new office space (let’s hope it’s earthquake proof). But this development is one of many occurring within the League as we look set to launch a significant new prison based initiative. Look at our [...]
The United Kingdom Audit Office Report New Zealand in an unfavourable spotlight Recently the UK’s Audit Office completed a comparative analysis of a number of countries and issues to do with crime. Its findings were not surprising to those New Zealanders who take an interest in such matters, and they are just another indictment on New Zealand’s [...]
Howard League for Penal Reform Otago NZ Incorporated Notice of AGM The first Annual General Meeting of the Howard League for Penal Reform Otago NZ Incorporated will be held on Tuesday 1 May 2012 at 5:00 pm at the WINZ building, Castle Street (entrance opposite the fire station).
The Howard League works toward open and rational debate on issues of crime and justice. It also advocates on behalf of prisoners and their families.
If you need help, advice or information on penal matters in New Zealand, please drop us a line.
Our patron is Nigel Hampton QC.
The branch presidents are:
Canterbury – Paul O’Neil
Otago – Len Anderson
Wellington – Ruth Harcourt
The Howard League meets monthly in each region. Members are welcome to attend any branch meeting. Please drop us a line for details.
The Howard League is proudly associated with Auckland’s Prison Reform Society chaired by Peter Williams QC