Hugh Watt
New Zealand politician (1912-1980) · New Zealand · On the map · Politicians · Died at 67
Hugh Watt was a New Zealand politician who was a Labour member of Parliament and the acting prime minister of New Zealand between 31 August and 6 September 1974, following the death of Prime Minister Norman Kirk. He had been the fifth deputy prime minister of New Zealand since 8 December 1972.
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Watt later served as high commissioner to the United Kingdom.
Country
New Zealand
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 1980 · aged 67