Benjamin Doyle resignation from Greens

The story so far

Green list MP Benjamin Doyle announced they would step down from Parliament on 3 October, citing ongoing harassment, death threats and concern for their whānau, a loss of a third of the Green caucus.^{5 Sep 2025} In October, police charged a 19-year-old Gisborne man over a series of death threats made against Doyle on social media in March.^{10 Oct 2025}

Latest

Police arrested the 19-year-old Gisborne man, who has been charged over the death threats against the former MP.^{10 Oct 2025}

What's next

The man is due to appear in Gisborne District Court on 15 October, and further arrests may occur as investigations continue.^{10 Oct 2025}

Key moments

1. 5 Sep 2025Doyle announces resignation citing harassment, death threats and whānau concerns.
2. 18 Sep 2025Valedictory speech calls Parliament a hostile and toxic environment.
3. 10 Oct 2025Gisborne man charged over March social media death threats against Doyle.

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