Consultation with Iwi and Maori organisation
The HSNO Act requires the EPA to make informed decisions in relation to
the interests of Maori, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide
sufficient information to make that decision. This is discussed in detail in
more detail in the section on
preparation of an application for general or conditional release.
A proposal to import a new organism into containment has significant impact only in the
rohe (iwi district) [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohe]
where the containment facility is located. Formally consult
with the hapu or iwi that exercises mana whenua over that region, according to
EPA guidelines. It is likely that the facility operator already has
an ongoing relationship with local hapu and iwi, and can provide guidance on who
to contact. Ensure that concerns and questions raised during consultation are
followed up appropriately, documented, and included in the application, along
with a description of the consultation process.
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