Clare Curran
Clare Curran is a New Zealand politician and former member of the Labour Party, who served as a minister in the government. She is known for her focus on technology and communications, having held the position of Minister of Broadcasting, Communications and Digital Media. Curran gained attention in 2018 when she admitted to conducting ministerial business using a personal Gmail account, which raised concerns about transparency and security in governmental communications.
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Recent news mentions
Clare Curran is mentioned in comparison to Luxon's handling of parliamentary questions.
Election 2026: Speculation mounts about Christopher Luxon’s future as National sinks in latest poll
New Zealand· 2026-03-06
Clare Curran was forced to resign for being unable to account for herself as Broadcasting Minister.
Luxon’s leadership is now a problem for the whole country – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2026-03-05
Luxon’s handling of the situation drew comparisons with former Labour MP Clare Curran’s disastrous handling of Parliamentary questions.
Bombshell poll: Luxon under pressure as National sinks towards 2020 disaster markNew Zealand· 2026-03-05
Clare Curran resigned as Minister of Broadcasting and Associate Minister of ACC due to relentless pressure.
Christopher Luxon’s Clare Curran moment, can he recover? – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2026-03-03
The Minister for Digital Services, Clare Curran, was sacked after failing to declare a meeting with Handley.
Entrepreneur Derek Handley on being dumped by Jacinda Ardern’s Government and his new property venture – Money TalksNew Zealand· 2025-06-25
Former minister Clare Curran admitted to conducting some ministerial business using a Gmail account.
Senior Minister Erica Stanford sent official briefings to personal email accountNew Zealand· 2025-05-05
