Carl Bates
Deputy Chair, Education and Workforce Committee, Member, Justice Committee
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Party
New Zealand National Party
Electorate
Whanganui
Profile source
Knowledge base MP profile
Recorded role topics
Justice and elder abuse, Workforce
Policy Watch Summary
Deputy Chair of Education and Workforce Committee — covers employment, ACC, and workplace relations, which intersect with older workers' issues, retirement, and disability support. Member of Justice Committee — relevant to elder abuse legislation and legal protections for seniors.
Wikipedia Background
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Carl Michael Bates is a New Zealand politician, representing the New Zealand National Party as a Member of Parliament since the 2023 New Zealand general election.
Role Breakdown
Topics in Recorded Responsibilities
Justice and elder abuse
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Workforce
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Recorded Positions
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