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'No card, no start': ACT unveils policy to overhaul child safety vetting

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The ACT Party has unveiled a proposal to implement a national 'Working with Children Card' in New Zealand, aimed at overhauling the current child safety vetting process. The policy seeks to replace the existing system of employer-by-employer background checks with a centralized, real-time vetting mechanism.

Under the proposed framework, the card would be supported by standardized vetting criteria and mandatory training requirements for individuals working with children. The initiative is designed to streamline safety procedures and ensure consistent oversight across all relevant sectors.

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