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Is it correct David MacLeod has been asked to be the “Seconder Spokesperson for Simon Watts on his Energy portfolio” and if so, what date did this happen, did he accept, when will it take effect from, and what will his role be in the Energy portfolio?

Answered Question 5429 (2026)
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Megan Woods

Member for Wigram · Labour Party

Question

  • Is it correct David MacLeod has been asked to be the “Seconder Spokesperson for Simon Watts on his Energy portfolio” and if so, what date did this happen, did he accept, when will it take effect from, and what will his role be in the Energy portfolio?

Answered by

Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

The matter referred to in the question relates to the National Party caucus for which there is no ministerial responsibility.