New Zealand Legislation: Acts

22 When access to workplaces may be denied

• (1) A representative of a union may be denied access to a workplace if entry to the premises or any part of the premises might prejudice—

  • (a) the security or defence of New Zealand; or

  • (b) the investigation or detection of offences.

  (2) A certificate given in accordance with subsection (3) is conclusive evidence that grounds exist under subsection (1) for denying entry to the premises or part of the premises.

  (3) A certificate is given in accordance with this subsection if—

  • (a) it is given by the Attorney-General; and

  • (b) it certifies, in respect of the premises or part of the premises concerned, that permitting entry under section 20 might prejudice—

    • (i) the security or defence of New Zealand; or

    • (ii) the investigation or detection of offences.

  Compare: 1991 No 22 s 15