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New Zealand offers ‘unreserved’ apology to 200,000 survivors of ‘horrific’ abuse in care

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon formally apologises to more than 200,000 children and adults who suffered abuse and neglect while in state and faith-based institutions.

Luxon delivered the historic apology at parliament on Tuesday .

Survivors attended events around the country and filled the public gallery to witness the address.

The prime minister apologised to survivors for not being believed, for the staff who turned a blind eye.

State care survivor Keith Wiffin said it was important he attended the address in person.

Wiffin was placed in state care aged 11 and experienced ongoing sexual assault and psychological abuse.

He said he believed Luxon and Hipkins ’ apologies were authentic.

“It gave hope that there would be change, for the future of those who go into care,” he said.

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