Luxon wants a referendum on MMP – How does the current system work?

Home / New ZealandRNZ6 Aug, 2026 02:56 AM5 mins to readMMP explained: How New Zealanders choose MPs and Governments. Photo / Getty ImagesMMP explained: How New Zealanders choose MPs and Governments. Photo / Getty ImagesPrime Minister Christopher Luxon says he will hold a referendum on the MMP voting system if he’s elected back into power.So how does the current MMP voting system work?Here’s what you need to know.What is MMP?

MMP stands for Mixed Member Proportional representation, the electoral system used

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