A recent study has been released on the conditions of prisons, looking at violence and the mistreatment of prisoners within the system.The study was released by the ombudsman's office and looked at the conditions faced in Christchurch men's prison, in particular understaffing and under-resourcing. Will Parsonson spoke to Victoria University lecturer and criminologist Liam Martin about the conditions within the prison system.
How much sleep do we need to function? Is everyone the same or different? Are naps worth while? Producer Leonard Powell delves into the world of rest, finding out about sleeping habbits and theories of the 95bFM office and getting expert analysis from Dr Andy Veale.
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has announced Auckland Council’s 10-year budget proposal. The $11 billion proposal aims to keep rates low, protect the environment, and invest in public transport. The Council will also work with the Government to introduce a regional fuel tax to help pay for transport projects. Reporter Issy Walker spoke with Goff about the proposal.
Joel, Sam, and Leonard present the wire for Monday the 11th of December in which:
Will Parsonson has a report on violence and mistreatment of prisoners in the system.
Joel talks Green Party leader James Shaw who’s soon to be wrapping up for summer after his first few months in Parliament
Issy Walker speaks to Phil Goff about Auckland Council’s proposed 10-year budget plan.
And producer Leonard does a report on sleep, getting comments from around the BFM offices and then confirming or debunking people's theories on sleep with Dr Andy Veale.
People Against Prison Aotearoa are campaigning on behalf of a prisoner who attempted suicide after being told he would be moved facilities. Producer Laura Kvigstad speaks with Spokesperson Emily Rake on how the recent solitary confinement that endangered a prisoner unfolded.
Producer Laura, talks with Doctor Jackie Blue from the Human Right Commision on Pay Gap Data that was recently released discussing how it effects not just women but people of different ethnic backgrounds.
Producer Conor spoke with University of Auckland's Stephen Hoadley, on the unprecidented move of the U.S embassay to Jerusalem. Stephen shares his thoughts on the motivations for the move, potential ramifications, and how Palestine can combat the matter diplomatically.
This week in our December segment, we chat to specialist scholar in religious studies from Victoria University, Paul Morris, about the Jewish celebration of Hannukkah. He summarises a history of the celebration and tells us about the special traditions (food!!!) that go along with it.