Who will steer economic policy? Willis’ departure adds extra layer of uncertainty for business – Liam Dann

Opinion byBusiness Editor at Large·NZ Herald·8 Nov, 2026 04:00 PM4 mins to readLiam Dann, Business Editor at Large for New Zealand’s Herald, works as a writer, columnist, radio commentator and as a presenter and producer of videos and podcasts.‌Over the past few months, in a series of debates, thousands of business people have watched National’s Nicola Willis and Labour’s Barbara Edmonds fight for the right to be Finance Minister. With the final election outcome still undecided, the prospect that neither will fill that role adds another layer of