Deborah Russell

Deborah Russell is a New Zealand politician and academic who has served as a Member of the New Zealand House of Representatives since 2017. An expert in taxation and philosophy, she previously worked as a lecturer at Massey University and as a policy analyst. During her parliamentary career, she has held ministerial roles, including Minister of Statistics and Minister Responsible for the Earthquake Commission. Russell is known for her advocacy on tax fairness, gender equality, and transparency in business payment practices. She continues to serve in the Shadow Cabinet, focusing on revenue and climate change portfolios.