Tangi Utikere
Deputy Shadow Leader of the House; Spokesperson for Local Government, Transport, State Owned Enterprises, Racing
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Party
New Zealand Labour Party
Electorate
Palmerston North
Profile source
Parliament directory
Recorded role topics
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Policy Watch Summary
Transport portfolio covers public and accessible transport, which disproportionately affects seniors' mobility. Local Government portfolio covers rates, water infrastructure, and local services affecting seniors on fixed incomes. Former Health Select Committee Chair with institutional knowledge of health policy including aged care. Active constituency engagement with seniors: visited retirement villages, promoted retirement village protections, attended pay equity rallies for care and support workers.
Wikipedia Background
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Tangi William Edward Utikere is a New Zealand politician, and Member of Parliament for Palmerston North since 2020. He was the deputy mayor of Palmerston North from 2016 to 2020, being the first non-Pākehā to serve in that role.
Role Breakdown
Topics in Recorded Responsibilities
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Recorded Positions
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