Dr ELIZABETH KEREKERE (Green): E te Māngai, tēnā koe. I rise on behalf of my colleague Golriz Ghahraman to support the COVID-19 Response (Courts Safety) Legislation Bill. We note that this is an omnibus bill that amends the Courts Security Act 1999, the Criminal Procedure Act 2011, the Juries Act 1981, and subordinate Jury Rules. It also applies to tribunals covered by the Courts Security Act 1999. This bill will support the safe and effective operation of courts and tribunals by reducing the risk of transmission of COVID-19 among those who visit the courts or work there. It also enables heads of bench to make rules for conduct at court proceedings necessary to address health and safety risks. 