At present, forward planning appears to focus primarily on building new prison facilities rather than expanding the use of alternatives to detention. “Prison population forecasts in New Zealand over the next ten years paint a concerning picture. “We are particularly concerned about the potential impact on Māori and Pasifika communities, who are already disproportionately represented in the prison population,” she added. In addition, the SPT delegation carried out joint visits to detention facilities with the NPM to support their work. “Recent legislative changes restricting bail for certain offences are likely to increase the already substantial remand population in New Zealand.