Christopher Finlayson
Christopher Finlayson is a former New Zealand politician who served as Attorney-General and Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations. He is known for his involvement in Māori affairs and has been a vocal critic of the Treaty Principles Bill introduced by David Seymour, arguing it could represent a significant breach of the Treaty of Waitangi and warning of the divisive implications it could have for the nation.
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That panel included former Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson, KC.
Paul Goldsmith unlawfully appointed Human Rights Commissioner and Race Relations Commissioner
New Zealand· 2025-12-19
Christopher Finlayson expresses gratitude for Jim Bolger's contributions during his time as Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations.
Remembering my friend Jim Bolger, one of our finest former leaders – Christopher FinlaysonNew Zealand· 2025-10-21
Former Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson accuses the Government of overreach with Māori.
Former Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson accuses Govt of overreach with MāoriNew Zealand· 2025-10-20
Christopher Finlayson, KC, representing the association, told the court this was not a case where the association was seeking to interfere in the parliamentary process.
Greyhound Racing seeks court’s help to halt work on ban’s progressNew Zealand· 2025-08-14
Christopher Finlayson previously resolved the foreshore and seabed controversy with the Marine and Coastal Area Act 2011.
Pointless foreshore debate a distraction from economic crisis – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-08-08
Christopher Finlayson was one of the Arts and Economic Development Ministers who agreed to the deal for the Avatar sequels.
Millions in taxpayer cash on the line as Government pushes for Wellington premiere for Avatar sequelNew Zealand· 2025-06-03
Finlayson criticized the bill as 'very badly drafted' and dangerous.
MP Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke leads fight against Treaty Principles BillNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
