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Duncan Webb Announces Retirement, Plans Family Adventures Ahead

10/21/2025

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Labour Party MP Duncan Webb will not seek re-election next year after nearly nine years representing Christchurch Central.
He will serve until the election while expressing gratitude to local members and the people of Christchurch for their trust.
Webb thanked Labour leader Chris Hipkins for support in the justice portfolio.
He plans to take a break to spend time adventuring and exploring nature with his family before seeking future opportunities.

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Labour Party MP Duncan Webb will not seek re-election next year after nearly nine years representing Christchurch Central.
He will serve until the election while expressing gratitude to local members and the people of Christchurch for their trust.
Webb thanked Labour leader Chris Hipkins for support in the justice portfolio.
He plans to take a break to spend time adventuring and exploring nature with his family before seeking future opportunities.