Labour MP Duncan Webb to stand down at next election

Tuesday 21 October 2025 · 5 outlets · 5 reports · updated Tue 21 Oct 2025, 12:46pm

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Christchurch Central MP Duncan Webb has announced he will not seek re-election at next year's general election. The justice spokesperson said he intends to spend more time with his family and outdoors before pursuing other interests.

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1. The PressTue 21 Oct 2025, 12:18pm

   Labour's Duncan Webb to stand down at next election (opens in new tab)

2. StuffTue 21 Oct 2025, 12:24pm

   Labour’s Duncan Webb to stand down next year (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldTue 21 Oct 2025, 12:25pm

   Labour MP Duncan Webb to resign as MP, won’t seek re-election (opens in new tab)

4. 1NewsTue 21 Oct 2025, 12:38pm

   Labour MP to step down from Parliament after three terms (opens in new tab)

5. RNZTue 21 Oct 2025, 12:46pm

   Labour MP Duncan Webb announces retirement from politics (opens in new tab)