ACT

ACT New Zealand is a classical liberal party advocating for small government, free markets, and individual freedom. Founded in 1993, ACT entered its strongest electoral period under David Seymour's leadership and currently serves as a coalition partner alongside National and NZ First in the 54th Parliament.

ACT emerged from the free-market reforms of the 1984–1993 Labour government, founded by former Labour MP Roger Douglas and others who sought to continue economic liberalisation. After years at the margins of parliament, the party surged under David Seymour's leadership, winning 11 seats in 2023 — its best result in over two decades.

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54th Parliament · as at 24 June 2026

As a governing party, ACT’s ministers lead government legislation. Government bills are the coalition’s collective programme — counted here by the party of the minister in charge, not as one party’s alone. ACT also has 6 members’ bills in the ballot.

ACT holds 11 seats in the 54th Parliament.

David Seymour

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