At the end of an investigation, we may inform the public of the outcome of our investigation, through the media or otherwise. This might be that we are commencing legal action, entering into a settlement agreement affecting the public, or taking some other enforcement response. Even where we do not take any enforcement action or find that there has been no breach of the laws we enforce, we may still comment publicly on that outcome. The NZCC has a public-education function, and we may decide to publish information about issues of concern to us or outcomes. This will particularly be the case where the matter has been one of considerable public interest.  While proceedings are before the court, in accordance with the Solicitor-General’s Prosecution Guidelines we avoid making any comment that may prejudice the public interest in a fair trial. The Crown Law Media Protocol for Prosecutors confirms that it is usually appropriate to provide information about the charges, the defendant and the progress of the proceedings. When any court proceeding is completed, or a major development occurs, we will inform the public.