Dr Bryce Edwards*
Opinion - Judith Collins' National Party leadership is under more scrutiny, with increased talk in the media of her being replaced by brand new MP Christopher Luxon.
Judith Collins and Christopher Luxon
Photo: RNZ
For many commentators it's just a question of "when" rather than "if" Collins is replaced. While others ponder whether Luxon really has what it takes to do better than the incumbent.
On Thursday, the
Herald's Claire Trevett wrote about the prospect of Luxon taking over the deputy leader role, with Simon Bridges returning to the top spot - see: Is a Simon Bridges / Christopher Luxon leadership ticket on the cards? (paywalled).