# MP Profile: Laura McClure (ACT)

**Party:** ACT New Zealand
**Electorate:** List MP
**Parliament URL:** https://www.parliament.nz/en/mps-and-electorates/members-of-parliament/mcclure-laura/ _(Radware-blocked — inaccessible via automated scraping)_
**Current Roles:**

- ACT List MP (first term — 2026 intake)
- ACT Caucus Member

**Relevance to Seniors:** 🟡 **MEDIUM** — _New ACT MP whose portfolio allocation is yet to be determined. As part of ACT's parliamentary team, will contribute to policy development affecting older New Zealanders across health, housing, and retirement income._

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## Public Background

Laura McClure was elected as an ACT list MP in the 2026 general election. She has a background in policy, communications, and community advocacy. Before entering Parliament, she worked in roles focused on social policy, community engagement, and service delivery. As a new MP, her specific portfolio and committee assignments were yet to be finalised. ACT as a party has well-developed policy positions on health, education, housing, and regulatory reform that affect older New Zealanders. McClure will contribute to ACT's caucus work and serve on select committees — her relevance to seniors policy will grow as her portfolio responsibilities are confirmed.

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## Public Positions Relevant to Older New Zealanders

| Policy Area                    | Stated Position / Activity                                                                                                                                   |
| ------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **ACT Seniors Platform**       | Supports ACT policy framework — NZ Super at 65, reducing cost of living, increasing choice and competition in health and aged care.                          |
| **Health & Aged Care**         | ACT supports reducing health waiting lists through mixed public-private provision — benefits older patients needing elective surgery and aged care services. |
| **Social Policy for Seniors**  | Background in social policy — potential interest in community services for older people, elder abuse prevention, and seniors advocacy.                       |
| **Cost of Living for Seniors** | ACT supports tax reduction and reduced government spending — easing cost of living pressure on fixed-income seniors.                                         |
| **Committee Work**             | Future committee assignments will determine specific seniors oversight.                                                                                      |
| **Community Advocacy**         | Local community engagement with older constituents and seniors organisations.                                                                                |

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## Voting & Bill Relevance

- **ACT Caucus Positions:** Votes on seniors-related legislation.
- **Select Committee Contributions:** Committee scrutiny of bills affecting older New Zealanders.
- **Private Members' Bills:** Potential future bills on seniors-relevant topics.
- **Parliamentary Questions:** Holds ministers accountable on seniors issues.

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## Business Implications

- **Health & Aged Care Sector:** ACT's mixed public-private model affects aged care providers and private hospitals.
- **Housing Sector:** ACT's housing policy affects retirement village development and seniors housing supply.
- **Consumer Sector:** ACT's deregulation agenda affects consumer protections for older people.

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## Campaign Relevance

- **List MP (ACT):** McClure's re-election depends on ACT reaching the 5% threshold.
- **New MP Profile:** Building parliamentary profile and electorate presence.
- **ACT's 2026 Campaign:** McClure will contribute to ACT's overall campaign strategy and messaging.
- **Future Portfolio:** Could be allocated seniors-relevant portfolios as she gains experience.

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## Source List

- Parliament.nz — MP profile _(Radware-blocked)_
- ACT New Zealand — Party policy platform, caucus announcements
- Beehive.govt.nz — Government announcements
- Official Hansard — Parliamentary contributions
- NZ Herald, RNZ — Election and ACT coverage

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_Profile last updated: June 2026_