List MEMBER vacancy — Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand—Darleen Tana

I wish to advise the House that the seat of Darleen Tana became vacant by application of section 55(1)(fa) and 55A of the Electoral Act 1993 on 22 October 2024. This is a serious matter and the first time that the provisions inserted into the Electoral Act by way of amendment in 2018 have been used to declare a seat vacant. It’s not a matter that I’ve taken lightly, since it affects the composition of the House. I’ve taken advice and carefully considered the law. I’m satisfied that the motion delivered to me by the parliamentary leaders of the Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand complies with section 55C of Electoral Act 1993 and is accompanied by a statement that meets the requirements of section 55D of that Act. Accordingly, I’ve given notice that the seat has become vacant.