New Zealand prime minister sets date for 2026 election

Cost of living likely to dominate the agenda ahead of 7 November poll as centre-right National party battles to retain power The prime minister, Christopher Luxon, has announced New Zealand’s next general election will be held on 7 November, kickstarting a campaign cycle that could become one of the country’s most contested in years. On Wednesday, Luxon told reporters the National party would continue its agenda to “fix the basics and build the future”. Continue reading…