Minister Shane Jones has been on the receiving end of some backlash after his comments on the judiciary.

Attorney-General Judith Collins plans to speak to Jones following a recent incident where he called a High Court judge a 'communist' - prompting concern from New Zealand Bar Association.

Law Association Vice President Julie-Anne Kincade says respecting the judiciary is vital in a democracy.

"I also share the concerns about some of the ways our politicians are expressing their views."

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Minister Shane Jones has been on the receiving end of some backlash after his comments on the judiciary.
Attorney-General Judith Collins plans to speak to Jones following a recent incident where he called a High Court judge a 'communist' - prompting concern from New Zealand Bar Association.
Law Association Vice President Julie-Anne Kincade says respecting the judiciary is vital in a democracy.
"I also share the concerns about some of the ways our politicians are expressing their views."
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