Leader of the New Zealand National Party

The leader of the National Party is the most-senior elected politician within the New Zealand National Party. Under the constitution of the party, they are required to be a member of the House of Representatives.

Leader of the National Party
Incumbent
Christopher Luxon
since 30 November 2021
Member ofNew Zealand House of Representatives
Term lengthNo fixed term
Inaugural holderAdam Hamilton
Formation2 November 1936
DeputyNicola Willis

The National Party has found itself either in government (alone or with the support of other parties) or in opposition to Labour-led governments. Consequently, the leader of the National Party usually assumes the role of either the prime minister or leader of the Opposition.

The current leader of the National Party since 30 November 2021 is Christopher Luxon.

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