Key's new Govt sworn in by Gov Gen

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Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:39a.m. UPDATED 1:32PM

Sir Jerry Mateparae swore in John Key's Government today (file pic: Frank Solomona)

Sir Jerry Mateparae swore in John Key's Government today (file pic: Frank Solomona)

Prime Minister John Key’s new Government has been sworn in by the Governor General at Government House today.

Governor General Lt Gen Rt Hon Sir Jerry Mateparae, as the Queen’s representative, reappointed Mr Key as Prime Minister and swore in new ministers to their portfolios and to the executive council.

• Click 'view video' for extended footage

• Full list of ministerial allocations

Mr Key spent the last two weeks forming his second-term Government, officiating confidence and supply agreements with ACT, United Future and the Maori Party.

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15 Dec 2011 06:09p.m.

MICHAEL wrote:

looks just like the old government to me.

14 Dec 2011 10:23p.m.

Laurie wrote:

I think this government will have a pretty strong opposition against them in Parliament so won't get everything their own way.

14 Dec 2011 02:58p.m.

Tim wrote:

Looking at that bunch one after another - those who well sell off New Zealand and preside over further growth in inequality - god help us all.