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Should a new civil remedy be created?

New civil remedies should be created only if there is a clear need, if it is necessary to achieve the purpose of the legislation, and no existing civil remedy is appropriate.

New civil remedies should not generally be created unless there is a clear need. This need may arise due to a gap in the current range of remedies or because there are difficulties in

modifying existing remedies. In other cases, a new process or institution may be a more effective and efficient way of addressing an issue.

Broad consultation should take place before creating a new civil action, in particular with agencies that administer similar legislation. The Ministry of Justice, the Crown Law Office, and the Parliamentary Counsel Office should also be consulted.

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