Minister for Social Development (New Zealand)
The Minister for Social Development (Māori: Te Manatū Whakahiato Ora) is a minister in the government of New Zealand with responsibility promoting social development and welfare, and is in charge of the Ministry of Social Development. The position was established in 1938 after the passing of the Social Security Act 1938.
| Minister for Social Development | |
|---|---|
| Manatū Whakahiato Ora (Māori) | |
| Ministry of Social Development | |
| Style | The Honourable |
| Member of | |
| Reports to | Prime Minister of New Zealand |
| Appointer | Governor-General of New Zealand |
| Term length | At His Majesty's pleasure |
| Formation | 13 December 1938 |
| First holder | Walter Nash (as Minister for Social Security) |
| Salary | $288,900 |
| Website | www.beehive.govt.nz |
The present Minister is Louise Upston.
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