Minister for Seniors
| Minister for Seniors | |
|---|---|
since 27 November 2023 | |
| 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 |
| Inaugural holder | Margaret Shields |
| Formation | 24 July 1990 |
| Salary | $288,900 |
| Website | www.beehive.govt.nz |
The Minister for Seniors is a minister in the New Zealand Government with responsibility for the rights and interests of senior citizens.
The post was established by the Fourth Labour Government on 24 July 1990. It was split from the Social Welfare portfolio.