Thread: Firearms Licence Renewal

Response I got from the Ministers Office


Dear Mr Bonecrusher

I am writing on behalf of Hon Judith Collins, Minister of Police, who has asked me to acknowledge your email, received in this office on 8 March 2016, concerning your firearms licence renewal.

I must point out that politicians cannot instruct Police in operational matters including how and when it deploys its staff and resources. This is a long standing convention that was enshrined in law with the passing of the Policing Act 2008. It ensures that law enforcement and investigation by the Police remain free of any political influence or interference.

Your correspondence and views have been noted by the Minister. I have also forwarded your concerns to the Commissioner of Police for consideration.

Thank you for taking the time to write to the Minister of Police.

Yours sincerely

Blair
Blair Telford
Private Secretary (Police) | Office of Hon Judith Collins | Minister of Police | Minister of Corrections | MP for Papakura
4.1 Executive Wing | Parliament Buildings, Wellington 6160, New Zealand
Email: blair.telford@parliament.govt.nz
www.beehive.govt.nz