- David Seymour has been sworn in as Deputy Prime Minister, succeeding Winston Peters.
- Seymour’s appointment marks a milestone for the Act Party, which now has 11 MPs.
- His Treaty Principles Bill has faced significant backlash, including a large protest and more than 300,000 submissions.
David Seymour has officially become New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister, succeeding Winston Peters and marking a significant achievement for the Act Party, which now comprises 11 MPs. The swearing-in ceremony took place at Government House in Epsom, Auckland, attended by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro, who both congratulated Seymour. Notably, Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill has encountered considerable opposition, reflected in a major protest and over 300,000 public submissions against it.
