New Zealand First MP Clayton Mitchell has decided not to
seek re-election in this year’s General
Election.
“After serious consideration and
discussion with my family, I have decided to pursue other
passions in my life and spend a lot more time with my
family.
“It has been one of the best experiences of
my life and I’m greatly enriched for having the privilege
of serving my country and being a part of the New Zealand
First Party for the past six years.
“I have
thoroughly enjoyed working with colleagues from across the
House and especially my caucus whom many have become
life-long friends.
“I notified the Leader of the New
Zealand First, Rt Hon Winston Peters, that I was considering
this move in mid-2019. He expressed his wish for me to stay
but ultimately understood the reasons for me considering a
change in my career, and wished me and my family all the
best for the future,” says Mr Mitchell.
Mr
Mitchell first stood for parliament in 2014 running in the
seat of Tauranga and has been elected on the New Zealand
First list for two
terms.
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