Reflections on the Woodhouse legacy for the 21st century

This lecture commemorates the life of one of our most distinguished judges and citizens, Sir Owen Woodhouse. His compassion, generosity of spirit and social conscience were reflected in his work as President of the Court of Appeal, President of the Law Commission and Chairman of the Royal Commission...

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Published in:	Victoria University of Wellington law review 2020-08, Vol.51 (2), p.295-312
Main Author:	Susan St John
Format:	Article
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Subjects:	Common law Decision making Law and legislation Lectures and lecturing New Zealand. Accident Compensation Commission Public welfare Social security Social Security Act 1938 (legislation)
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Summary:	This lecture commemorates the life of one of our most distinguished judges and citizens, Sir Owen Woodhouse. His compassion, generosity of spirit and social conscience were reflected in his work as President of the Court of Appeal, President of the Law Commission and Chairman of the Royal Commission on Compensation for Injury that recommended a no-fault accident compensation scheme and laid the foundations for the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) scheme. He made an immense contribution to New Zealand's law and society.
ISSN:	1171-042X 1171-042X