Wikipedia:WikiProject New Zealand/politics/New MPs/Megan Hands
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Megan Hands MP | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Zealand Parliament for Rangitata | |
| Assumed office 17 October 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Andrew Falloon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1990 or 1991 (age 33–34) |
| Political party | National |
| Domestic partner | Simon Morse |
| Children | 1 |
Megan Leah Hands is a New Zealand politician and Member of Parliament in the House of Representatives for the National Party.
Early life and career
[edit]Prior to politics Hands worked in an agricultural and resource management consultancy compant with farmers, growers and small business. She was also an Environment Canterbury councillor.[1]
Political career
[edit]| Years | Term | Electorate | List | Party | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–present | 53rd | Rangitata | 57 | National | |
Hands was selected as the National Party candidate for the Rangitata electorate in August 2020, following Andrew Falloon's resignation from politics following allegations of sending unsolicited indecent images to multiple women.[1] She beat four other contenders; Graham Collins, Scott Shannon, Stacey Scott and advisor Michael Little for the candidacy.[2] At the 2020 general election, she was elected to the Rangitata seat with a majority of XXX.
Personal life
[edit]She has one son with her fiancée Simon Morse.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Megan Hands National's new Rangitata candidate". Stuff.co.nz. Timaru Herald. 9 August 2020. Retrieved 17 August 2020.
- ^ a b Sandys, Susan (12 August 2020). "Hands down the best candidate". Ashburton Guardian. Retrieved 17 August 2020.
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Category:Members of the New Zealand House of Representatives
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