Hercus, Ann (1942–)

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Hercus, Ann (1942–)

New Zealand politician. Born Ann Sayers, Feb 24, 1942, in Wellington, NZ; m. John Hercus.

Served as Labour Party MP for Lyttelton (1978–87); became one of two women ministers in Labour Cabinet (1984); handled three important portfolios: Social Welfare, Police, and Women's Affairs; resigned (1987); became 1st woman to be New Zealand's permanent representative at the UN (1988–90). Made Dame Commander of the Order of St. Michael and St. George.

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