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Explainer: What a Hung Parliament Means and When New Elections Happen

Explainer: What a Hung Parliament Means and When New Elections Happen

RNZ outlines what constitutes a hung Parliament, how governments can be formed through coalitions or confidence-and-supply agreements, and what occurs if negotiations fail. The piece examines constitutional processes, timelines, and the potential triggers for calling another election.

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Explainer: What is a hung Parliament and could it actually lead to a new election?

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