Poto Williams
New ZealandpoliticianFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Poto Williams is a former Labour Police Minister who was sacked following a spate of gang-related violence in Auckland, indicating a loss of focus on public safety amid rising tensions.
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Poto Williams is a former Christchurch East MP linked to the South Island NRL Bid.
Christchurch’s NRL dream gets real as council works with league on 20th teamThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-08-10
New Zealand· 2026-08-10
Poto Williams was the Minister of Police who responded to Coster's text regarding Mallard's decision to play music.
Lawsuit targets Trevor Mallard’s use of ‘bad music’ and sprinklers to drive Parliament protesters awayThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-26
New Zealand· 2025-06-26
Labour Police Minister Poto Williams was sacked for having lost focus during the gang conflict.
Killer Beez member Haupapa Paul jailed for Auckland murder plot as Tribesmen gang war endedThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-05-24
New Zealand· 2025-05-24
Poto Williams was sacked for having lost focus during the gang conflict.
Killer Beez member Desmond Hiko sentenced for Auckland gang shootings, Haupapa Paul found guiltyThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-02-23
New Zealand· 2025-02-23
