Michael Wood has been relieved of his transport portfolio duties for failing to correctly declare his Auckland Airport shares.
The decision was made by Prime Minister Chris Hipkins, who made the announcement earlier today.
“This morning I spoke with Michael Wood and advised him that he will be stood down as Transport Minister while any remaining issues around his conflicts are appropriately resolved,” Hipkins states.
Kieran McAnulty will serve as acting transport minister.
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