Trish McConnell
Trish McConnell is the chair of the licensing authority in New Zealand, who presided over the recent case against Chetan Kumar. She found evidence of misconduct related to migrant worker exploitation and emphasized Kumar's legal and moral responsibilities towards his employees. McConnell's rulings highlighted systemic issues within the security industry regarding the treatment of migrant workers and the need for better regulatory oversight.
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Recent news mentions
Trish McConnell stated that someone who reacts with violence to non-threatening situations is not suitable to work as a security guard.
Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority: Guard punched elderly man who looked at him
New Zealand· 2026-02-21
Trish McConnell stated that Stewart's behavior demonstrated a knowledge and association with both gang and drug culture.
Security guard Chavez Stewart tried to sell what he claimed was cocaine on an Instagram video, while in uniformNew Zealand· 2026-02-01
Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority chairwoman Trish McConnell found Sullivan guilty of misconduct and gross negligence.
Former boxing champion Sean Sullivan reprimanded for false repossession bidNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Trish McConnell stated that being a patched member of a gang was incompatible with the requirements for security workers.
Security guard Callum Richmond loses licence over King Cobras gang linksNew Zealand· 2025-09-22
Trish McConnell described the Shaws’ conduct as 'intentional and ongoing' and cancelled their security licences.
Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority cancels licences for guards accused of turning up to police eventsNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
Trish McConnell is the chair of the licensing authority who found Chetan Kumar's explanations disingenuous regarding the treatment of his workers.
Seal Security director Chetan Kumar fined and banned from hiring overseas workersNew Zealand· 2025-05-14
