Update on Rangiora courthouse released

The Ministry of Justice has released an update on progress with the Rangiora District Court, which was closed in late November 2011 after engineering experts warned there was a high risk of partial or full collapse in a significant seismic event.

The ministry says Rangiora District Court cases will continue to be heard in alternative venues in Christchurch.

It says it is continuing to assess long-term options for court services in the affected communities and is waiting for more information from engineers before the planning of strengthening work can be completed.